Panther Lake Elementary School serves 797 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 797 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 20% in FL)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Panther Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Panther Lake Elementary School's student population of 797 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
797 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Panther Lake Elementary School is 0.62, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
47%
38%
Black
4%
21%
White
40%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Orange School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Panther Lake Elementary School?
797 students attend Panther Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Panther Lake Elementary School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Panther Lake Elementary School?
Panther Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Panther Lake Elementary School offer ?
Panther Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Panther Lake Elementary School part of?
Panther Lake Elementary School is part of Orange School District.
In what neighborhood is Panther Lake Elementary School located?
Panther Lake Elementary School is located in the Lake Dot neighborhood of Winter Garden, FL.
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