Serving 392 students in grades 6-8, East Lake Middle School Academy Of Engineering ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Lake Middle School Academy Of Engineering ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
East Lake Middle School Academy Of Engineering's student population of 392 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
392 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
East Lake Middle School Academy Of Engineering ranks within the top 5% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Lake Middle School Academy Of Engineering is 0.38, 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
#39 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
12%
38%
Black
2%
21%
White
78%
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
9%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Lake Middle School Academy Of Engineering's ranking?
East Lake Middle School Academy Of Engineering is ranked #39 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are East Lake Middle School Academy Of Engineering often compared to?
East Lake Middle School Academy Of Engineeringis often viewed alongside schools like Clearwater Fundamental Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend East Lake Middle School Academy Of Engineering?
392 students attend East Lake Middle School Academy Of Engineering.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of East Lake Middle School Academy Of Engineering students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Lake Middle School Academy Of Engineering?
East Lake Middle School Academy Of Engineering has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Lake Middle School Academy Of Engineering offer ?
East Lake Middle School Academy Of Engineering offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Lake Middle School Academy Of Engineering part of?
East Lake Middle School Academy Of Engineering is part of Pinellas School District.
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