Serving 410 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lake Silver 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 36% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower 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 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake Silver Elementary School's student population of 410 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
410 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lake Silver Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Silver Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#2767 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
15%
37%
Black
66%
21%
White
15%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Lake Silver Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Silver Elementary School is ranked #2767 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lake Silver Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Silver Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Princeton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lake Silver Elementary School?
410 students attend Lake Silver Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Lake Silver Elementary School students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Silver Elementary School?
Lake Silver Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lake Silver Elementary School offer ?
Lake Silver Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lake Silver Elementary School part of?
Lake Silver Elementary School is part of Orange School District.
In what neighborhood is Lake Silver Elementary School located?
Lake Silver Elementary School is located in the College Park neighborhood of Orlando, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in College Park.
School Calendar
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Date
Presidents' Day/Teacher Non-Work Day Schools Closed/District Offices Open
February 17, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break Schools Closed/District Offices Open
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
End of Fourth Marking Period/ Last Day of School
May 28, 2025 (Wednesday)
First Day of School
August 11, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
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