Serving 674 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dream Lake 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 58% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 674 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dream Lake Elementary School's student population of 674 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
674 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Dream Lake 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 Dream Lake Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#1571 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
50%
38%
Black
28%
21%
White
16%
34%
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
52%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dream Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Dream Lake Elementary School is ranked #1571 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Dream Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Dream Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clay Springs Elementary School, Apopka Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Dream Lake Elementary School?
674 students attend Dream Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Dream Lake Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dream Lake Elementary School?
Dream Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dream Lake Elementary School offer ?
Dream Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dream Lake Elementary School part of?
Dream Lake Elementary School is part of Orange School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
New school is very nice, great job. Who ever designed the new parking lot , drop off system should be fired. Worst design EVER!!!!
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