Serving 257 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Lawtey Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lawtey Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Lawtey Elementary School's student population of 257 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
257 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Lawtey Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lawtey Elementary School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1029 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
38%
Black
13%
21%
White
77%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Bradford School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lawtey Elementary School's ranking?
Lawtey Elementary School is ranked #1029 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lawtey Elementary School?
257 students attend Lawtey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Lawtey Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lawtey Elementary School?
Lawtey Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lawtey Elementary School offer ?
Lawtey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lawtey Elementary School part of?
Lawtey Elementary School is part of Bradford School District.
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