Serving 366 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lavern Gaynor 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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: 366 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lavern Gaynor Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Lavern Gaynor Elementary School's student population of 366 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
366 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Small School…Big Heart
School Rankings
Lavern Gaynor 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 Lavern Gaynor Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#1802 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
73%
38%
Black
17%
21%
White
8%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lavern Gaynor Elementary School's ranking?
Lavern Gaynor Elementary School is ranked #1802 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lavern Gaynor Elementary School?
366 students attend Lavern Gaynor Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Lavern Gaynor Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lavern Gaynor Elementary School?
Lavern Gaynor Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lavern Gaynor Elementary School offer ?
Lavern Gaynor Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lavern Gaynor Elementary School part of?
Lavern Gaynor Elementary School is part of Collier School District.
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