Excellent
#514 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 14% in state
Summerlake Elementary
Elementary School · ORANGE
15450 PORTER ROAD, Winter Garden, FL 34787
Enrollment
771
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
771
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#514 of 3,778
In Winter Garden
#5 of 20
public schools
In district
#27 of 258
ORANGE
Academic performance
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Summerlake Elementary
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About Summerlake Elementary
Summerlake Elementary is a public elementary school in Winter Garden, FL, part of ORANGE. Summerlake Elementary serves approximately 771 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Summerlake Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #514 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Summerlake Elementary show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 6.7
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Summerlake Elementary — Students at Summerlake Elementary score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
11.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 12 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: 7.7/10.
How Summerlake Elementary Compares
See how Summerlake 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
15450 PORTER ROAD, Winter Garden, FL 34787
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Summerlake Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HAMLIN ELEMENTARY (rated 9.4/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is WHISPERING OAK ELEMENTARY (rated 9.3/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, KEENES CROSSING ELEMENTARY (rated 8.8/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Windermere), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Winter Garden, see our Winter Garden schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| INDEPENDENCE ELEMENTARY Winter Garden | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| BRIDGEWATER MIDDLE Winter Garden | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| PANTHER LAKE ELEMENTARY Winter Garden | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| HAMLIN MIDDLE Winter Garden | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| HAMLIN ELEMENTARY Winter Garden | 2.1 mi | 9.4 |
| HORIZON HIGH SCHOOL Winter Garden | 2.4 mi | 4.0 |
| KEENES CROSSING ELEMENTARY Windermere | 2.8 mi | 8.8 |
| WINDERMERE HIGH Windermere | 3.1 mi | 5.4 |
| HORIZON WEST MIDDLE Windermere | 3.0 mi | 5.0 |
| WINDEMERE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Windermere | 3.4 mi | 7.5 |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL WINTER GARDEN Winter Garden | 3.8 mi | — |
| BAY LAKE ELEMENTARY Windermere | 3.3 mi | 6.8 |
| WINDERMERE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Windermere | 3.5 mi | 6.0 |
| WATER SPRING ELEMENTARY Winter Garden | 3.8 mi | 8.1 |
| CRANIUM ACADEMY Winter Garden | 3.8 mi | 7.8 |
| WATER SPRING MIDDLE SCHOOL Winter Garden | 3.9 mi | 8.1 |
| SUNSET PARK ELEMENTARY Windermere | 3.6 mi | 7.6 |
| WHISPERING OAK ELEMENTARY Winter Garden | 4.3 mi | 9.3 |
| CASTLEVIEW ELEMENTARY Orlando | 4.0 mi | 4.0 |
| SAWGRASS BAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clermont | 5.3 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34787 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$114,988
Median Home Value
$475,000
Median Rent
$1,994/mo
Population
93,064
College Educated
49%
Homeownership
71.8%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Median Age
37.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BAYVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale, FL | 8.4 |
| CHILES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 8.4 |
| COLUMBIA CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake City, FL | 8.4 |
| CYPRESS CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Orange, FL | 8.4 |
| DEEP CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pt Charlotte, FL | 8.4 |
| DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER K-8 Palm Beach Gardens, FL | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Summerlake Elementary
What grades does Summerlake Elementary serve?
Summerlake Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Summerlake Elementary?
Summerlake Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 771 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Summerlake Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Summerlake Elementary is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Summerlake Elementary rank in FL?
Summerlake Elementary ranks #514 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Summerlake Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Summerlake Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Summerlake Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Summerlake Elementary has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
Is Summerlake Elementary a charter school?
No, Summerlake Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Summerlake Elementary a Title I school?
No, Summerlake Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Summerlake Elementary?
11.4% of students at Summerlake 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 771
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 11.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.9%
- Phone
- (407) 317-3200
Resources & Links
District
ORANGE- District Enrollment
- 206,815
- Schools in District
- 275
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,656
- District Rank
- #27 of 258
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