Serving 820 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bear Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 820 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bear Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Bear Lake Elementary School's student population of 820 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
820 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bear Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bear Lake Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#1527 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
39%
37%
Black
16%
21%
White
38%
35%
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
51%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bear Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Bear Lake Elementary School is ranked #1527 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Bear Lake Elementary School?
820 students attend Bear Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Bear Lake Elementary School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 16% 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 Bear Lake Elementary School?
Bear Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bear Lake Elementary School offer ?
Bear Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bear Lake Elementary School part of?
Bear Lake Elementary School is part of Seminole School District.
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