Serving 551 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, James W. Sikes Elementary School ranks in the top 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 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 551 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James W. Sikes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
James W. Sikes Elementary School's student population of 551 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
551 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
James W. Sikes Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James W. Sikes Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#1518 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
35%
37%
Black
13%
21%
White
47%
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
58%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
3%
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 James W. Sikes Elementary School's ranking?
James W. Sikes Elementary School is ranked #1518 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are James W. Sikes Elementary School often compared to?
James W. Sikes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Mckeel Academy, Scott Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend James W. Sikes Elementary School?
551 students attend James W. Sikes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of James W. Sikes Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James W. Sikes Elementary School?
James W. Sikes Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does James W. Sikes Elementary School offer ?
James W. Sikes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is James W. Sikes Elementary School part of?
James W. Sikes Elementary School is part of Polk School District.
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