Average
#2826 of 3,778 schools in FL
Tavares Elementary School
Elementary School · LAKE
720 E CLIFFORD ST, Tavares, FL 32778
Enrollment
839
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
839
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,826 of 3,778
In Tavares
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#37 of 50
LAKE
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Tavares Elementary School
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About Tavares Elementary School
Tavares Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tavares, FL, part of LAKE. Tavares Elementary School serves approximately 839 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Tavares Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,826 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Tavares Elementary School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Tavares 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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Tavares Elementary School — Students at Tavares Elementary School score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.5%
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: 4.0/10.
How Tavares Elementary School Compares
See how Tavares 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
720 E CLIFFORD ST, Tavares, FL 32778
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tavares Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GATEWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Mount Dora), which scores notably higher. Another option is PINECREST ACADEMY TAVARES (rated 6.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Eustis), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Tavares, see our Tavares schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NONSCHOOL EXCEPTIONAL EDUCATION Tavares | 0.5 mi | — |
| NON SCHOOL PK Tavares | 0.5 mi | — |
| TAVARES HIGH SCHOOL Tavares | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| LAKE COUNTY ACER PROGRAM Tavares | 0.9 mi | — |
| LIBERTY CHRISTIAN PREP SCHOOL Tavares | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| PINECREST ACADEMY TAVARES Tavares | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| LAKE VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM Eustis | 2.6 mi | — |
| LAKE VIRTUAL FRANCHISE Eustis | 2.6 mi | 6.6 |
| FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Eustis | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| EUSTIS HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Eustis | 2.8 mi | 5.8 |
| TRIANGLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mount Dora | 2.7 mi | 4.8 |
| TAVARES MIDDLE SCHOOL Tavares | 3.0 mi | 4.6 |
| ADVENTURE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tavares | 3.5 mi | — |
| EUSTIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Eustis | 3.8 mi | 5.3 |
| EUSTIS HIGH SCHOOL Eustis | 3.9 mi | 5.2 |
| MILESTONES COMMUNITY SCHOOL OF LAKE COUNTY Leesburg | 4.0 mi | — |
| GATEWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mount Dora | 4.2 mi | 7.6 |
| TREADWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Leesburg | 4.4 mi | 5.5 |
| CHOSEN GENERATION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY - OSCEOLA Eustis | 4.8 mi | 5.9 |
| CREATE CONSERVATORY Leesburg | 4.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32778 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,815
Median Home Value
$241,500
Median Rent
$1,384/mo
Population
25,099
College Educated
25.1%
Homeownership
78.1%
Avg Commute
26.7 min
Poverty Rate
9.4%
Median Age
53.8
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| ALTA VISTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Haines City, FL | 5.0 |
| BEVERLY SHORES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Leesburg, FL | 5.0 |
| BROADVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Lauderdale, FL | 5.0 |
| CLARENCE BOSWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Auburndale, FL | 5.0 |
| CORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plant City, FL | 5.0 |
| DOBY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Apollo Beach, FL | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tavares Elementary School
What grades does Tavares Elementary School serve?
Tavares Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Tavares Elementary School?
Tavares Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 839 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tavares Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Tavares 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 Tavares Elementary School rank in FL?
Tavares Elementary School ranks #2,826 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Tavares Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Tavares Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Tavares Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tavares Elementary School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Tavares Elementary School a charter school?
No, Tavares Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tavares Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Tavares Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tavares Elementary School?
56.5% of students at Tavares 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
- 839
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Lake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.4%
- Phone
- (352) 343-2861
Resources & Links
District
LAKE- District Enrollment
- 48,285
- Schools in District
- 61
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,770
- District Rank
- #37 of 50
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