Serving 919 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dune Lakes Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 75% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 919 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dune Lakes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Dune Lakes Elementary School's student population of 919 students has grown by 79% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
919 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dune Lakes Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dune Lakes Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#458 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
23%
37%
Black
2%
21%
White
70%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dune Lakes Elementary School's ranking?
Dune Lakes Elementary School is ranked #458 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Dune Lakes Elementary School often compared to?
Dune Lakes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Van R. Butler Elementary School, Freeport Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Dune Lakes Elementary School?
919 students attend Dune Lakes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Dune Lakes Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dune Lakes Elementary School?
Dune Lakes Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dune Lakes Elementary School offer ?
Dune Lakes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Dune Lakes Elementary School part of?
Dune Lakes Elementary School is part of Walton School District.
School Reviews
5 11/2/2018
My daughter loves this school and all of her teachers!!! We're really happy with Bay
2 8/11/2011
this school is a complete disappointment. They do not care about their students.
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