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Lakeview Elementary School

7299 Hand Rd
Sarasota, FL 34241
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 5%
Serving 728 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lakeview Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 89% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (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 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 728 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • : Top 5% in FL
  • : 89% (Top 5%)
  • : 78% (Top 10%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Lakeview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

School Overview

Lakeview Elementary School's student population of 728 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
728 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

School Rankings

Lakeview Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeview Elementary School is 0.41, 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#130 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
89%
52%
78%
52%
75-79%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
16%
37%
Black
2%
21%
White
75%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.41
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Lakeview Elementary School's ranking?
Lakeview Elementary School is ranked #130 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lakeview Elementary School often compared to?
Lakeview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ashton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lakeview Elementary School?
728 students attend Lakeview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Lakeview Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakeview Elementary School?
Lakeview Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lakeview Elementary School offer ?
Lakeview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakeview Elementary School part of?
Lakeview Elementary School is part of Sarasota School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 728 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 89% (Top 5%)
  • : 78% (Top 10%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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