Serving 371 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Auburndale Central Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Auburndale Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Auburndale Central Elementary School's student population of 371 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
371 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Auburndale Central Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Auburndale Central Elementary School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2768 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
38%
38%
Black
23%
21%
White
32%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Polk School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panthers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Auburndale Central Elementary School's ranking?
Auburndale Central Elementary School is ranked #2768 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Auburndale Central Elementary School often compared to?
Auburndale Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Berkley Elementary School, Clarence Boswell Elementary School, Lena Vista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Auburndale Central Elementary School?
371 students attend Auburndale Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Auburndale Central Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 23% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Auburndale Central Elementary School?
Auburndale Central Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Auburndale Central Elementary School offer ?
Auburndale Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Auburndale Central Elementary School part of?
Auburndale Central Elementary School is part of Polk School District.
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