Very Good
#1411 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 37% in state
Scott Lake Elementary School
Elementary School · POLK
1140 COUNTY ROAD 540A E, Lakeland, FL 33813
Enrollment
777
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
777
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,411 of 3,778
In Lakeland
#17 of 58
public schools
In district
#35 of 155
POLK
Academic performance
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Scott Lake Elementary School
Elementary School in Lakeland · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Scott Lake Elementary School
Scott Lake Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lakeland, FL, part of POLK. Scott Lake Elementary School serves approximately 777 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Scott Lake Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,411 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Scott Lake Elementary School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.2
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Scott Lake Elementary School — Students at Scott Lake Elementary School score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
51.1%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 5.9/10.
How Scott Lake Elementary School Compares
See how Scott Lake 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
1140 COUNTY ROAD 540A E, Lakeland, FL 33813
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Scott Lake Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CLEVELAND COURT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is VALLEYVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HIGHLANDS GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lakeland, see our Lakeland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LAKELAND HIGHLANDS MIDDLE SCHOOL Lakeland | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| GEORGE W. JENKINS SENIOR HIGH Lakeland | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| MEDULLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakeland | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| VALLEYVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakeland | 2.1 mi | 8.8 |
| HIGHLANDS GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakeland | 2.4 mi | 8.1 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lakeland | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
| PARKWAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lakeland | 2.8 mi | 7.7 |
| CARLTON PALMORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakeland | 2.9 mi | 6.1 |
| RESURRECTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lakeland | 2.9 mi | 7.3 |
| BRILLIANT MINDS EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY Mulberry | 3.2 mi | 6.5 |
| MULBERRY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Mulberry | 3.8 mi | 5.0 |
| JAMES W. SIKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakeland | 3.5 mi | 7.2 |
| HARVEST ACADEMY LLC Mulberry | 3.8 mi | 7.9 |
| WONDERHERE ACADEMY Lakeland | 4.0 mi | 7.0 |
| CLEVELAND COURT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakeland | 4.0 mi | 9.1 |
| THE CYGNET SCHOOL Lakeland | 4.1 mi | 4.5 |
| SOUTHWEST MIDDLE SCHOOL Lakeland | 4.2 mi | 3.3 |
| SOUTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakeland | 4.2 mi | 6.5 |
| HIGHLAND CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Highland City | 3.8 mi | 7.8 |
| PURCELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mulberry | 4.3 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33813 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,723
Median Home Value
$330,100
Median Rent
$1,637/mo
Population
38,112
College Educated
39.2%
Homeownership
77.3%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Median Age
39.9
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| ABESS PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville, FL | 7.0 |
| ARBOR RIDGE K-8 Orlando, FL | 7.0 |
| BERRYHILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Milton, FL | 7.0 |
| BUCK LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tallahassee, FL | 7.0 |
| C. A. WEIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pensacola, FL | 7.0 |
| CHRISTA MCAULIFFE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm Bay, FL | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Scott Lake Elementary School
What grades does Scott Lake Elementary School serve?
Scott Lake Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Scott Lake Elementary School?
Scott Lake Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 777 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Scott Lake Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Scott Lake Elementary School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Scott Lake Elementary School rank in FL?
Scott Lake Elementary School ranks #1,411 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Scott Lake Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Scott Lake Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Scott Lake Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Scott Lake Elementary School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Scott Lake Elementary School a charter school?
No, Scott Lake Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Scott Lake Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Scott Lake Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Scott Lake Elementary School?
51.1% of students at Scott Lake 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 777
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 51.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Polk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.3%
- Phone
- (863) 648-3520
Resources & Links
District
POLK- District Enrollment
- 111,041
- Schools in District
- 167
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,242
- District Rank
- #35 of 155
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