Idea Lakeland serves 452 students in grades Kindergarten-6.
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Idea Lakeland's student population of 452 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
452 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Idea Lakeland 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
50%
38%
Black
29%
21%
White
19%
34%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 05/06/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Idea Lakeland?
452 students attend Idea Lakeland.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Idea Lakeland students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Idea Lakeland?
Idea Lakeland has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Idea Lakeland offer ?
Idea Lakeland offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Idea Lakeland part of?
Idea Lakeland is part of IDEA School District.
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