LAKE ALFRED ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

1,059 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Lake Alfred Elementary School, located in Lake Alfred, Florida, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Polk County Public Schools district. Dedicated to fostering both academic achievement and personal growth, the school emphasizes a supportive learning environment designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body. By focusing on core curriculum standards and building strong foundational skills, the faculty aims to prepare students for success as they transition into higher grade levels.

Beyond its academic mission, Lake Alfred Elementary is deeply integrated into the local community, serving as a hub for student development and family engagement. The school prioritizes communication between educators, parents, and the community to ensure a cohesive support system for every child. Through various school programs and resources, the institution encourages a well-rounded educational experience, striving to instill a sense of curiosity and responsibility in its young learners.

1,059

Total Students

56.0

Full-Time Teachers

18.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

65.0%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for LAKE ALFRED ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Demographic	Student Count
White	198
Hispanic	504
Black	301
Asian	13
Two or More	40
American Indian	3

Hispanic
504 (47.6%)
Black
301 (28.4%)
White
198 (18.7%)
Two or More
40 (3.8%)
Asian
13 (1.2%)
American Indian
3 (0.3%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	POLK
Phone:	(863)295-5985
Website:	http://schools.polk-fl.net/lae
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	1,059
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	56.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	18.9
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	687
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	1

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 32

Kindergarten 157

Grade 1 141

Grade 2 149

Grade 3 201

Grade 4 185

Grade 5 194

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for LAKE ALFRED ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Grade	Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten	32
Kindergarten	157
Grade 1	141
Grade 2	149
Grade 3	201
Grade 4	185
Grade 5	194

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for LAKE ALFRED ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	513	48.4%
Male	546	51.6%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)