Serving 1,025 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lamarque 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 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,025 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lamarque Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Lamarque Elementary School's student population of 1,025 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,025 students
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
Every Student. Every Day!
School Rankings
Lamarque 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 Lamarque Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#1397 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
20%
38%
Black
7%
21%
White
66%
34%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lamarque Elementary School's ranking?
Lamarque Elementary School is ranked #1397 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lamarque Elementary School often compared to?
Lamarque Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cranberry Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lamarque Elementary School?
1,025 students attend Lamarque Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Lamarque Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lamarque Elementary School?
Lamarque Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lamarque Elementary School offer ?
Lamarque Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lamarque Elementary School part of?
Lamarque Elementary School is part of Sarasota School District.
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