Lake Eola Charter School

I have been attending LECS since kindergarten and I'm currently in 8th grade. Honestly even though there's a bunch of bird poop and rats here the academics is what matters the most. Last year the 8th graders made 2nd place in the state in writing F-CAT. The staff is definitely NOT racist. Everyone participates in a silent read-in every year in honor of MLK. I LOVE this school and i believe that if you have a chance sign your child up immediately!

LECS is a wonderful school that consistently out-performs traditional Florida schools. There are many projects, which are a great aid in learning, but they are not the sole basis for grading - there are many assessments that are not subjective, and the grading system is the most comprehensive that I have ever encountered. Last year LECS 3rd graders out performed all others in Orange county on the FCATs. Sounds like what they are doing is working! I am very pleased to have been lucky enough to get my daughter into a school that is not just "teaching to the FCATs", where a family atmosphere is fostered, and most everyone seems to share a "pride in ownership". The staff is very open to suggestions from both parents and students. My child did not start school at LECS in kindergarten, but this group is incredible. The principal sends post cards, parents help each other, and there are volunteer "new family liaisons" to help with transitions. I have never witnessed racism (as in local public schools), and our LECS "family" is quite diverse in race religion, and thought. Character education and community service are major concentrations at this little school with a huge heart!
—Submitted by a parent

So 4 days into a new year and someone posts that our little diverse school that could is racist?? Yes it is better to get in on the ground floor, but it is a priveledge to "win the lottery"! the teaching standards and staff are incredible and only want the best for the children!
—Submitted by a parent

this school is great for students that started in kindergarten. most of the grades are based on projects and are subjective.. they march to thier own drum which is not always a good thing. Also caters to the children that parents contribute to the school.Also administration appears to be selective and racist.
—Submitted by a parent

In reading what seems like most of the posts, I am quite surprised. I can see a degree of truth regarding some of the negative comments, but I cannot agree with the extreme tone conveyed. My daughter has been at LECS since kindergarten and she is heading into 8th grade. We love LECS. The school is and will always be a part of the fabric of our lives. The teachers are committed to the children, which is reflected in their performance, attitudes, and confidence. The school has been a blessing to us. If in reality the problems are worse than how we actually see them, then I will say that my daughter s education has not been adversely effected. Instead we have watched her develop into a capable, high performing student.
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Check every school in Orange County, our FCAT scores are beyond the norm. Yes the facilty is lacking, but what is accomplished by the teachers and staff is truly miraculous! Our 3rd grades tested the highest in the county is ALL elementary schools, VERY impressive. Go watch "Looking for Superman" and see what education is lacking in this country and then see how much is done FOR LESS, with RESULTS!!
—Submitted by a parent

There are so many benchmarks left to cover, teachers are rushing through without care as to whether or not students are actually learning the material. Teachers have actually told students they need to get through the material (so they can check off that they covered it) and have no time to actually TEACH the material. No different than the public school we left.
—Submitted by a parent

This school is not clean. There is bird poop on the lunchroom tables, mice droppings in cabinets, buckets catching leaks in the bathrooms, mold growth in the walls. A very real and very scary health hazard. To make it worse, they are stingy with soap in the bathrooms and there have been days when students do not have access to soap when they use the bathroom.
—Submitted by a parent

The administration of this school has actually purchased the building we are currently located in, We were told this building was TEMPORARY. This bldg has no cafeteria and no facilities for indoor or outdoor PE. Students and teachers endure school days with no heat and no a/c due to the old HVAC system. There have been mice seen in classrooms and birds fly into the "lunchroom".
—Submitted by a parent

We are new to this school and despite the unattractive and uncomfortable parking garage building this school is located in, teachers do the best they can here. No textbooks makes this school attractive to lots of learning styles like children that may have difficulty focusing or ADD kids. Small class size means more individual attention from teachers, perfect for my children that need more time and attention.
—Submitted by a parent

I love attending lake eola charter school I learn so much there. I'm not saying that for fake. Im being real this school is amazing and think every kid should attend here.
—Submitted by a student

In response to the last review, I find the homework level challenging but not overwhelming. You must be a committed parent while attending this school. The children are held to much higher standards than in the regular public schools. They are taught to be responsible, flexible and organized at a much earlier age while attending L.E.C.S. It is not a school for everone, but everyone who is successful there is more than prepared for high school and beyond.
—Submitted by a parent

So much of the work is done outside of the classroom by the students themselves. While this is educational, they already spend SEVEN hours a day IN school and then must spend HOURS after school and on weekends doing homework & projects. No time for sports, community, or church let alone family!!
—Submitted by a parent

I love LECS because it is a small school and keeps my kids a bit sheltered from the craziness that goes on in large schools, especially middle school. I believe the teachers, admin, care of parents all contribute to this. Also, my children are really excelling academically. They are getting a very good education at LECS.
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My daughter is happy and learning daily!
—Submitted by a parent

It's small but mighty! Lots of heart and great for kids.
—Submitted by a parent

Great educators, disciplined students, and challenging students to higher standards.

Lake Eola Charter School is the best school because they have a small student teacher ratio and the children get one on one attention and the help they need to learn and the teacher's care about the student's.
—Submitted by a parent

My child is learning so much at Lake Eola Charter School. The school makes such an effort to incorporate the Arts in the school. The school has multiple outing each month at different locations, and I feel this really helps the learning sink into their brains. Thank you.
—Submitted by a parent

A+ school for 5+ years. 200 students on the waiting list to get in.
—Submitted by a parent