Serving 194 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Lake Eola Charter 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Eola Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Lake Eola Charter's student population of 194 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
194 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Lake Eola Charter ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Eola Charter is 0.73, which is more 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
#1140 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
28%
37%
Black
27%
21%
White
34%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Lake Eola Charter's ranking?
Lake Eola Charter is ranked #1140 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lake Eola Charter?
194 students attend Lake Eola Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Lake Eola Charter students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Eola Charter?
Lake Eola Charter has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lake Eola Charter offer ?
Lake Eola Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Eola Charter part of?
Lake Eola Charter is part of Orange School District.
In what neighborhood is Lake Eola Charter located?
Lake Eola Charter is located in the Central Business District neighborhood of Orlando, FL.
School Reviews
2 9/26/2007
This school is not what it is held out to be, which is unfortunate because the concept is great and would be a great alternative for parents fed up with traditional public schools. However, the administration of the concept is the problem at this school. The academics are no where near what is claimed and leadership at the school is essentially nonexistent.
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