Serving 1,218 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mirror Lakes Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% 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: 1,218 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mirror Lakes Elementary School's student population of 1,218 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,218 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mirror Lakes 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 Mirror Lakes Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#1866 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
64%
37%
Black
17%
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
75%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
6%
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 Mirror Lakes Elementary School's ranking?
Mirror Lakes Elementary School is ranked #1866 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Mirror Lakes Elementary School often compared to?
Mirror Lakes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Veterans Park Academy For The Arts, Lehigh Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Mirror Lakes Elementary School?
1,218 students attend Mirror Lakes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Mirror Lakes Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 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 Mirror Lakes Elementary School?
Mirror Lakes Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mirror Lakes Elementary School offer ?
Mirror Lakes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Mirror Lakes Elementary School part of?
Mirror Lakes Elementary School is part of Lee School District.
In what neighborhood is Mirror Lakes Elementary School located?
Mirror Lakes Elementary School is located in the Eisenhower neighborhood of Lehigh Acres, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in Eisenhower.
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March 17, 2025 (Monday)
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June 03, 2025 (Tuesday)
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