Summary:
In zip code 32054, there is one elementary school, Lake Butler Elementary School, serving grades PK through 4 with 951 students in the Union County School District, a 3-star rated district.
Lake Butler Elementary School stands out for its exceptional performance in Mathematics, where it significantly outperforms state averages. In the 2024-2025 school year, 78% of 3rd graders and 72% of 4th graders were proficient in Math, compared to state averages of 63% and 62% respectively—a lead of 15 and 10 percentage points. The school also exceeds state averages in English Language Arts, with 61% of 3rd graders and 58% of 4th graders proficient, versus state averages of 57% and 56%. This strong academic performance is notable given that over half (52.68%) of students are economically disadvantaged. The school has improved its state ranking, moving from the 64th percentile in 2023-2024 to the 70th percentile (672 out of 2,258 schools) in 2024-2025, earning a 4-star rating.
Key metrics include a student-teacher ratio of 15.3:1 and spending of $10,999 per student, suggesting efficient use of resources. However, chronic absenteeism is a concern at 30.5%, though it is slightly better than the district (32.9%) and state (31.4%) averages. While the school’s math instruction is a clear differentiator, its ELA performance, while solid, shows a narrower margin over the state. Overall, Lake Butler Elementary School demonstrates strong academic outcomes, particularly in math, despite serving a high-need population, making it a standout institution in this area.
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