Very Good
#1336 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 35% in state
Sleepy Hill Elementary School
Elementary School · POLK
2285 SLEEPY HILL RD, Lakeland, FL 33810
Enrollment
766
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
766
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,336 of 3,778
In Lakeland
#16 of 58
public schools
In district
#33 of 155
POLK
Academic growth
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Sleepy Hill Elementary School
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About Sleepy Hill Elementary School
Sleepy Hill Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lakeland, FL, part of POLK. Sleepy Hill Elementary School serves approximately 766 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Sleepy Hill Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,336 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Sleepy Hill Elementary School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 6.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
44% of students at Sleepy Hill 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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Sleepy Hill Elementary School — Students at Sleepy Hill Elementary School score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.9%
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: 7.8/10.
How Sleepy Hill Elementary School Compares
See how Sleepy Hill 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
2285 SLEEPY HILL RD, Lakeland, FL 33810
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sleepy Hill Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WINSTON ACADEMY OF ENGINEERING (rated 9.3/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LINCOLN AVENUE ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ROCHELLE SCHOOL OF THE ARTS (rated 8.0/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lakeland, see our Lakeland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33810 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,738
Median Home Value
$245,300
Median Rent
$1,407/mo
Population
52,734
College Educated
20.4%
Homeownership
76.5%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
10.9%
Median Age
42.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sleepy Hill Elementary School
What grades does Sleepy Hill Elementary School serve?
Sleepy Hill Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sleepy Hill Elementary School?
Sleepy Hill Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 766 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sleepy Hill Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sleepy Hill Elementary School is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sleepy Hill Elementary School rank in FL?
Sleepy Hill Elementary School ranks #1,336 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Sleepy Hill Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sleepy Hill Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Sleepy Hill Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sleepy Hill Elementary School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sleepy Hill Elementary School a charter school?
No, Sleepy Hill Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sleepy Hill Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Sleepy Hill Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sleepy Hill Elementary School?
76.9% of students at Sleepy Hill 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
- 766
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Polk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.9%
- Phone
- (863) 815-6768
Resources & Links
District
POLK- District Enrollment
- 111,041
- Schools in District
- 167
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,242
- District Rank
- #33 of 155
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