Very Good
#1028 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 27% in state
Walden Lake Elementary School
Elementary School · HILLSBOROUGH
2800 TURKEY CREEK RD, Plant City, FL 33566
Enrollment
851
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
851
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,028 of 3,778
In Plant City
#4 of 18
public schools
In district
#67 of 286
HILLSBOROUGH
Academic performance
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Walden Lake Elementary School
Elementary School in Plant City · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Walden Lake Elementary School
Walden Lake Elementary School is a public elementary school in Plant City, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Walden Lake Elementary School serves approximately 851 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Walden Lake Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,028 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Walden Lake Elementary School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.2
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Walden Lake Elementary School — Students at Walden Lake Elementary School score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48.6%
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: 6.7/10.
How Walden Lake Elementary School Compares
See how Walden 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
2800 TURKEY CREEK RD, Plant City, FL 33566
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Walden Lake Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LINCOLN ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 4.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is TRAPNELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, DOVER ELEMENTARY (rated 7.8/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Dover), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Plant City, see our Plant City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ROBINSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plant City | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF PLANT CITY Plant City | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| TRAPNELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plant City | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
| TURKEY CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL Plant City | 2.3 mi | 3.6 |
| DOVER ELEMENTARY Dover | 2.7 mi | 7.8 |
| WILLIS PETERS EXCEPTIONAL CENTER Dover | 2.7 mi | 4.0 |
| PLANT CITY HIGH SCHOOL Plant City | 2.7 mi | 6.0 |
| SIMMONS EXCEPTIONAL CENTER Plant City | 2.8 mi | — |
| SIMMONS CAREER CENTER Plant City | 2.8 mi | 5.9 |
| TOMLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Plant City | 3.1 mi | 4.1 |
| BRYAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plant City | 3.2 mi | 7.2 |
| ADVANTAGE ACADEMY OF HILLSBOROUGH Plant City | 3.3 mi | 7.1 |
| BURNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plant City | 3.4 mi | 4.3 |
| WILSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plant City | 4.3 mi | 4.5 |
| JACKSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plant City | 4.2 mi | 3.4 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL Plant City | 4.2 mi | 8.1 |
| ALMEGA PREPARATORY ACADEMY Plant City | 4.6 mi | — |
| MARSHALL MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL Plant City | 4.6 mi | 5.1 |
| CORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plant City | 5.1 mi | 5.0 |
| NELSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dover | 5.3 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33566 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,161
Median Home Value
$290,600
Median Rent
$1,333/mo
Population
23,727
College Educated
24.9%
Homeownership
69.9%
Avg Commute
27.8 min
Poverty Rate
13.6%
Median Age
38
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BAYSHORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port St. Lucie, FL | 7.5 |
| BUSHNELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bushnell, FL | 7.5 |
| CALUSA PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Naples, FL | 7.5 |
| DAVENPORT ELEMENTARY Davenport, FL | 7.5 |
| EAGLE RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Coral Springs, FL | 7.5 |
| FELLSMERE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fellsmere, FL | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Walden Lake Elementary School
What grades does Walden Lake Elementary School serve?
Walden Lake Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Walden Lake Elementary School?
Walden Lake Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 851 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Walden Lake Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Walden Lake Elementary School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Walden Lake Elementary School rank in FL?
Walden Lake Elementary School ranks #1,028 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Walden Lake Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Walden Lake Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Walden Lake Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Walden Lake Elementary School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Walden Lake Elementary School a charter school?
No, Walden Lake Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Walden Lake Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Walden Lake Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Walden Lake Elementary School?
48.6% of students at Walden 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 851
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 57
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.3%
- Phone
- (813) 757-9433
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
- District Rank
- #67 of 286
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