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Killearn Lakes Elementary School

8037 Deer Lk E
Tallahassee, FL 32312
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 758 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Killearn Lakes Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 758 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 31%
  • : Top 20% in FL
  • : 70% (Top 20%)
  • : 76% (Top 10%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class="so-dt-title" id="top-rankings">Top Rankings

Killearn Lakes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview
Killearn Lakes Elementary School's student population of 758 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
758 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings
Killearn Lakes 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 Killearn Lakes Elementary School is 0.50, 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#459 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
70%
52%
76%
52%
75-79%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
10%
37%
Black
8%
21%
White
69%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.50
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What is Killearn Lakes Elementary School's ranking?
Killearn Lakes Elementary School is ranked #459 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Killearn Lakes Elementary School often compared to?
Killearn Lakes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hawks Rise Elementary School, Gilchrist Elementary School, Desoto Trail Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Killearn Lakes Elementary School?
758 students attend Killearn Lakes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Killearn Lakes Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Killearn Lakes Elementary School?
Killearn Lakes Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Killearn Lakes Elementary School offer ?
Killearn Lakes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Killearn Lakes Elementary School part of?
Killearn Lakes Elementary School is part of Leon School District.
In what neighborhood is Killearn Lakes Elementary School located?
Killearn Lakes Elementary School is located in the Killearn Lakes neighborhood of Tallahassee, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Killearn Lakes.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 758 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 31%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 70% (Top 20%)
  • : 76% (Top 10%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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