Below Average
#3263 of 3,778 schools in FL
Sand Lake Elementary
Elementary School · ORANGE
8301 BUENA VISTA WOODS BLVD, Orlando, FL 32836
Enrollment
713
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
713
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,263 of 3,778
In Orlando
#166 of 192
public schools
In district
#227 of 258
ORANGE
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About Sand Lake Elementary
Sand Lake Elementary is a public elementary school in Orlando, FL, part of ORANGE. Sand Lake Elementary serves approximately 713 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Sand Lake Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #3,263 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Sand Lake Elementary show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 6.7
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Sand 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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Sand Lake Elementary — Students at Sand Lake Elementary score 51% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
36.6%
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: 2.2/10.
How Sand Lake Elementary Compares
See how Sand 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
8301 BUENA VISTA WOODS BLVD, Orlando, FL 32836
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sand Lake Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BAY MEADOWS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DR. PHILLIPS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MUSLIM ACADEMY OF GREATER ORLANDO (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Orlando, see our Orlando schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LAKE BUENA VISTA HIGH SCHOOL Orlando | 0.6 mi | 3.3 |
| MEOROS GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL Vineland | 0.9 mi | — |
| MUSLIM ACADEMY OF GREATER ORLANDO Orlando | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| BAY MEADOWS ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| SUNSHINE ELEMENTARY Orlando | 2.4 mi | 5.5 |
| ORLANDO JEWISH DAYSCHOOL Orlando | 2.7 mi | 7.4 |
| ORLANDO JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Orlando | 2.7 mi | 6.5 |
| DR. PHILLIPS ELEMENTARY Orlando | 3.4 mi | 8.1 |
| SOUTHWEST MIDDLE Orlando | 4.0 mi | 4.2 |
| FLORIDA VIRTUAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Orlando | 3.9 mi | 7.7 |
| FLORIDA VIRTUAL HIGH SCHOOL Orlando | 3.9 mi | 6.6 |
| FLORIDA VIRTUAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Orlando | 3.9 mi | 5.2 |
| DR. PHILLIPS HIGH Orlando | 4.1 mi | 4.5 |
| TANGELO PARK ELEMENTARY Orlando | 4.2 mi | 3.8 |
| WEST CREEK ELEMENTARY Orlando | 4.3 mi | 6.0 |
| CASTLEVIEW ELEMENTARY Orlando | 4.1 mi | 4.0 |
| SIMON YOUTH FOUND ACAD AT OUTLET MKTPLCE Orlando | 4.6 mi | — |
| STARCHILD ACADEMY Orlando | 4.3 mi | — |
| UNIVERSAL EDUCATION CENTER Orlando | 4.8 mi | 6.6 |
| PALM LAKE ELEMENTARY Orlando | 5.0 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32836 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$111,921
Median Home Value
$637,300
Median Rent
$1,978/mo
Population
24,648
College Educated
58.7%
Homeownership
58.7%
Avg Commute
24.6 min
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Median Age
39.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BELLEVIEW-SANTOS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Belleview, FL | 4.3 |
| BLUE LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Deland, FL | 4.3 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Okeechobee, FL | 4.3 |
| CITRUS SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Citrus Springs, FL | 4.3 |
| DUVAL CHARTER SCHOLARS ACADEMY Jacksonville, FL | 4.3 |
| J MICHAEL CONLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT SOUTHWOOD Tallahassee, FL | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sand Lake Elementary
What grades does Sand Lake Elementary serve?
Sand Lake Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sand Lake Elementary?
Sand Lake Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 713 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sand Lake Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sand Lake Elementary is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sand Lake Elementary rank in FL?
Sand Lake Elementary ranks #3,263 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Sand Lake Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sand Lake Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Sand Lake Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sand Lake Elementary has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sand Lake Elementary a charter school?
No, Sand Lake Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sand Lake Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sand Lake Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sand Lake Elementary?
36.6% of students at Sand 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
- 713
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 36.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.3%
- Phone
- (407) 903-7400
Resources & Links
District
ORANGE- District Enrollment
- 206,815
- Schools in District
- 275
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,656
- District Rank
- #227 of 258
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