Average
#2244 of 3,778 schools in FL
Sawgrass Bay Elementary School
Elementary School · LAKE
16325 SUPERIOR BLVD, Clermont, FL 34714
Enrollment
771
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
771
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,244 of 3,778
In Clermont
#10 of 10
public schools
In district
#27 of 50
LAKE
School environment
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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Sawgrass Bay Elementary School
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About Sawgrass Bay Elementary School
Sawgrass Bay Elementary School is a public elementary school in Clermont, FL, part of LAKE. Sawgrass Bay Elementary School serves approximately 771 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Sawgrass Bay Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,244 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Sawgrass Bay Elementary School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Sawgrass Bay Elementary School 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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Sawgrass Bay Elementary School — Students at Sawgrass Bay Elementary School score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
35.8%
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: 5.1/10.
How Sawgrass Bay Elementary School Compares
See how Sawgrass Bay Elementary School 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
16325 SUPERIOR BLVD, Clermont, FL 34714
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sawgrass Bay Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. IMAGINE SCHOOLS AT SOUTH LAKE (rated 9.5/10, 6.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HAMLIN ELEMENTARY (rated 9.4/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Winter Garden), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KEENES CROSSING ELEMENTARY (rated 8.8/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Windermere), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Clermont, see our Clermont schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WATER SPRING MIDDLE SCHOOL Winter Garden | 2.3 mi | 8.1 |
| WATER SPRING ELEMENTARY Winter Garden | 2.5 mi | 8.1 |
| PINECREST ACADEMY FOUR CORNERS Miami | 3.0 mi | 7.9 |
| LAKE POINTE ACADEMY Clermont | 3.2 mi | 7.3 |
| HORIZON HIGH SCHOOL Winter Garden | 3.8 mi | 4.0 |
| PANTHER LAKE ELEMENTARY Winter Garden | 4.0 mi | 7.3 |
| HAMLIN ELEMENTARY Winter Garden | 4.8 mi | 9.4 |
| HAMLIN MIDDLE Winter Garden | 4.9 mi | 6.9 |
| HUSKY PREP ACADEMY INC Davenport | 5.7 mi | 7.4 |
| SUMMERLAKE ELEMENTARY Winter Garden | 5.3 mi | 8.4 |
| BRIDGEPREP ACADEMY OF POLK Miami | 6.1 mi | 3.6 |
| WESTSIDE K-8 SCHOOL Kissimmee | 6.5 mi | 4.4 |
| IMAGINE SCHOOLS AT SOUTH LAKE Clermont | 6.7 mi | 9.5 |
| CITRUS RIDGE A CIVICS ACADEMY Davenport | 6.8 mi | 5.9 |
| INDEPENDENCE ELEMENTARY Winter Garden | 6.6 mi | 7.8 |
| BRIDGEWATER MIDDLE Winter Garden | 6.9 mi | 7.3 |
| WINDY HILL MIDDLE SCHOOL Clermont | 7.6 mi | 6.2 |
| ABELS ACADEMY Clermont | 7.8 mi | 6.5 |
| FOUR CORNERS CHARTER SCHOOL Davenport | 7.9 mi | 6.5 |
| KEENES CROSSING ELEMENTARY Windermere | 7.8 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34714 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,470
Median Home Value
$343,600
Median Rent
$1,642/mo
Population
26,826
College Educated
29%
Homeownership
50.5%
Avg Commute
29.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Median Age
34.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BARTOW ELEMENTARY ACADEMY Bartow, FL | 5.8 |
| BAYSHORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Ft. Myers, FL | 5.8 |
| BENNETT C RUSSELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Milton, FL | 5.8 |
| BERKSHIRE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Palm Beach, FL | 5.8 |
| CASTLE HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lauderhill, FL | 5.8 |
| CHICKASAW ELEMENTARY Orlando, FL | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sawgrass Bay Elementary School
What grades does Sawgrass Bay Elementary School serve?
Sawgrass Bay Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sawgrass Bay Elementary School?
Sawgrass Bay Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 771 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sawgrass Bay Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sawgrass Bay Elementary School is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sawgrass Bay Elementary School rank in FL?
Sawgrass Bay Elementary School ranks #2,244 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Sawgrass Bay Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sawgrass Bay Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Sawgrass Bay Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sawgrass Bay Elementary School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sawgrass Bay Elementary School a charter school?
No, Sawgrass Bay Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sawgrass Bay Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Sawgrass Bay Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sawgrass Bay Elementary School?
35.8% of students at Sawgrass Bay Elementary School 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
- 771
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Lake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.2%
- Phone
- (352) 243-6110
Resources & Links
District
LAKE- District Enrollment
- 48,285
- Schools in District
- 61
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,770
- District Rank
- #27 of 50
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