Serving 633 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Philip O'brien 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 22% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower 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 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 633 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Philip O'brien Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Philip O'brien Elementary School's student population of 633 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
633 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Philip O'brien 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 Philip O'brien Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#3330 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
34%
37%
Black
28%
21%
White
31%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
7%
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 Philip O'brien Elementary School's ranking?
Philip O'brien Elementary School is ranked #3330 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Philip O'brien Elementary School often compared to?
Philip O'brien Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeland Montessori Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Philip O'brien Elementary School?
633 students attend Philip O'brien Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Philip O'brien Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 28% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Philip O'brien Elementary School?
Philip O'brien Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Philip O'brien Elementary School offer ?
Philip O'brien Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Philip O'brien Elementary School part of?
Philip O'brien Elementary School is part of Polk School District.
In what neighborhood is Philip O'brien Elementary School located?
Philip O'brien Elementary School is located in the Lime Street neighborhood of Lakeland, FL.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
FALL BREAK � STUDENT, Teacher and Paraeducator (Paid 11/27 and 11/28)
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
SPRING BREAK WEEK � NO SCHOOL
March 16, 2026 (Monday)
LAST DAY FOR STUDENTS � STUDENT EARLY DISMISSAL
May 28, 2026 (Thursday)
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