The Cleveland Court School is a historic school in Lakeland, Florida. It is located at 328 East Edgewood Drive. On July 22, 1999, it was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places.
Serving 374 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cleveland Court Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cleveland Court Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Cleveland Court Elementary School's student population of 374 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
374 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1947
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cleveland Court Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cleveland Court Elementary School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#390 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
29%
38%
Black
24%
21%
White
41%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cleveland Court Elementary School's ranking?
Cleveland Court Elementary School is ranked #390 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Cleveland Court Elementary School often compared to?
Cleveland Court Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carlton Palmore Elementary School, Valleyview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Cleveland Court Elementary School?
374 students attend Cleveland Court Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Cleveland Court Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cleveland Court Elementary School?
Cleveland Court Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cleveland Court Elementary School offer ?
Cleveland Court Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cleveland Court Elementary School part of?
Cleveland Court Elementary School is part of Polk School District.
In what neighborhood is Cleveland Court Elementary School located?
Cleveland Court Elementary School is located in the Lake Hollingsworth neighborhood of Lakeland, FL.
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