Below Average
#2981 of 3,778 schools in FL
Prairie Lake Elementary
Elementary School · ORANGE
8723 HACKNEY PRAIRIE RD, Orlando, FL 32818
Enrollment
818
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
818
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,981 of 3,778
In Orlando
#153 of 192
public schools
In district
#210 of 258
ORANGE
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About Prairie Lake Elementary
Prairie Lake Elementary is a public elementary school in Orlando, FL, part of ORANGE. Prairie Lake Elementary serves approximately 818 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Prairie Lake Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,981 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Prairie Lake Elementary show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 6.7
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Prairie Lake Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Prairie Lake Elementary — Students at Prairie Lake Elementary score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.7/10.
How Prairie Lake Elementary Compares
See how Prairie Lake Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
8723 HACKNEY PRAIRIE RD, Orlando, FL 32818
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Prairie Lake Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. VICTORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Ocoee), which scores notably higher. Another option is PINEWOOD ELEMENTARY (rated 6.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CITRUS ELEMENTARY (rated 5.9/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Ocoee), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Orlando, see our Orlando schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GLAD TIDINGS LEARNING CENTER AND ACADAMEY EAST Orlando | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| WEST OAKS ACADEMY Orlando | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| SAINTS ACADEMY Orlando | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| RADIANT LIFE ACADEMY Orlando | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| LAKE GEM ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| PINEWOOD ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| ACCELERATION WEST Orlando | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| SPRING LAKE ELEMENTARY Ocoee | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| DEEPER ROOT ACADEMY Orlando | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| VICTORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Ocoee | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| LAKE ROSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Orlando | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| CITRUS ELEMENTARY Ocoee | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| CENTRAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Orlando | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
| GENERATION Z ACADEMY Orlando | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| NEW DIRECTIONS COMMUNITY SCHOOL OF ORLANDO Orlando | 2.1 mi | 4.1 |
| INNOVATIONS MIDDLE CHARTER Orlando | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| MAGNOLIA SCHOOL Orlando | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
| RANDALL ACADEMY Apopka | 2.6 mi | — |
| SILVER PINES ACADEMY K-12 LEARNING CENTER Orlando | 2.5 mi | 5.3 |
| KINGSWAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Orlando | 2.3 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32818 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,182
Median Home Value
$278,800
Median Rent
$1,486/mo
Population
61,574
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
58.5%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
17.6%
Median Age
35.7
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BEAR LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Apopka, FL | 4.8 |
| CHESTNUT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING Kissimmee, FL | 4.8 |
| CORR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gibsonton, FL | 4.8 |
| COTEE RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Port Richey, FL | 4.8 |
| GEORGE W. MUNROE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Quincy, FL | 4.8 |
| GREENFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville, FL | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Prairie Lake Elementary
What grades does Prairie Lake Elementary serve?
Prairie Lake Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Prairie Lake Elementary?
Prairie Lake Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 818 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Prairie Lake Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Prairie Lake Elementary is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Prairie Lake Elementary rank in FL?
Prairie Lake Elementary ranks #2,981 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Prairie Lake Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Prairie Lake Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Prairie Lake Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Prairie Lake Elementary has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Prairie Lake Elementary a charter school?
No, Prairie Lake Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Prairie Lake Elementary a Title I school?
No, Prairie Lake Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Prairie Lake Elementary?
59.4% of students at Prairie Lake Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 818
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.5%
- Phone
- (407) 884-2220
Resources & Links
District
ORANGE- District Enrollment
- 206,815
- Schools in District
- 275
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,656
- District Rank
- #210 of 258
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