Serving 469 students in grades Kindergarten-6, South Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
South Lake Elementary School's student population of 469 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
469 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
2017
School Rankings
South Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Lake Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#192 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
7%
38%
Black
4%
21%
White
80%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Brevard School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Lake Elementary School's ranking?
South Lake Elementary School is ranked #192 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are South Lake Elementary School often compared to?
South Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sculptor Charter School, Ocean Breeze Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend South Lake Elementary School?
469 students attend South Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of South Lake Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Lake Elementary School?
South Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Lake Elementary School offer ?
South Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Lake Elementary School part of?
South Lake Elementary School is part of Brevard School District.
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