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Lawton Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 842 students

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5 stars

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2013:
Based on 2 ratings
2012:
Based on 3 ratings
2011:
Based on 1 rating
2010:
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Posted April 30, 2013

Great great school! My daughter loves her teachers very much. She enjoys the activities in her school, and loves her school life.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 29, 2013

Pros: There are a few great teachers and many parents are involved with their kids' education. Cons: No consistent policy to handle disruptive students. When a kindergarten teacher had to be out for a long time, they hired different daily subs instead of one long term sub. Not much learning happened in that class. There is a combined class with two teachers in the same room that is often noisy and chaotic. The PLC office has a main staff member, but if she is out of the office, I hope you don't need to pick up your child. I waited 30 minutes to find an administrator that could locate my child, despite having sent in a note saying what time I would be there. My child had less art and music than children in some of the neighboring schools, and there is more focus on FCAT prep than on being a well-rounded learner. Administrators have been rude to me and a few of my neighbors, especially when parents complained about constant daily subs. While picking up my child one day there was a kindergartener crying from being injured accidentally at recess. I understand that happens, and they did call the parents, but the administrator was cold to that child - not comforting or reassuring.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 16, 2012

I see there are only positive remarks on here, I love Lawton but have to say I am not happy with the way things are handled with difficult students, My child is not a bad child but I feel year after year the teachers lose patients with ADHD children and will look for ways to make you feel like a failure then encourage you.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 23, 2012

I went to this elementary school as a child. I just wanted to post here that Mrs. Knott, my 4th grade (1984 or so) teacher, was the first teacher to recognize my writing ability. She told me that I should be a writer when I grow up, and now that's what I do for a living. This same encouragement was followed by Mrs. Schmidt in 5th grade. I never found such amazing teachers in my entire education as I did here, but it made a lasting impression in my life. I just found my photo of Mrs. Knott and that encouraged me to post this review here. I hope your child has as amazing an experience at this school as I did.


Posted February 12, 2012

We have moved around a lot due to our job, and this is our 5th school in 6 years. We hope to stay here for the next 5 years so both of our children can finish out elementary school at Lawton. This is--by far--the best school we have been in. The teachers are excellent. They really care about our kids and go above and beyond to challenge and encourage them. My children love school and are excited about learning. The principal and assistant principal are very approachable and are involved with the students and families. They provide excellent leadership. I am thrilled with the friends my kids have made, too. If I were awarding grades, I would give Lawton an A+!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 31, 2011

Both my children have gone to this school. The teacher are excellent and parents are very involved. It is a great school in our community.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 20, 2010

This school has a wonderful Principal, Teaches, and PTA. Very proud to have this school in our community.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 24, 2009

Lawton is a fabulous school with the BEST teachers, students and administrators. Our kids love to go to Lawton because it combines learning with many fun PTA sponsored activities as well. Lawton is definitely the BEST school in Seminole County Florida and most likely the entire state of Florida!!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 22, 2009

Lawton has a great staff and great students and great parents! Go Panthers!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 22, 2009

There is so much wonderful parent involvement. Our kids are learning so much.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 22, 2009

Great kids...great teachers...great staff...great parents!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 22, 2009

We have the best teachers as well as proud parents and eager students.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 22, 2009

We have teachers and parents who really want to make a difference in the life of a child!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 22, 2009

Best little primary schoolers in the country! they all strive to be the best people they can be thanks to their hard work, and the support of their parents and the staff of lawton elem.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 22, 2009

Awesome parent/teacher participation in making this school the best it can be. Wonderful administration staff and caring principals. So glad my kids go to Lawton! :)
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 17, 2009

We have the best and most dedicated teachers and parent dividends. We strive harder each year to be an A school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 15, 2009

Lawton is a school that strives for the best education while creating a total community atmosphere.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 17, 2009

Lawton is a great school. The PTA is amazing, they get things done. The leadership is also awesome. The principal does a great job running the school. We are excited to be here.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 25, 2007

All five of my children have passed through T. W. Lawton. I have nothing but praise for the staff and especailly the new(ish) principal!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 2, 2007

Lawton is an excellent school. We have been extremely happy with the teachers. The PTA is the best! I truly regret not becoming more involved with the PTA at Lawton. They seem like a great group of women and they run many committees that enrich the children's lives at Lawton. If you are new to Lawton - call the President and volunteer. You will regret it if you don't.
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 58% in 2012.

126 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
90%

2011

 
 
79%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 56% in 2012.

126 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
83%

2011

 
 
83%
Scale: % level 3, 4, or 5

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Florida used the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT 2.0) to test students in grades 3 through 10 in reading, 3 through 8 in math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The FCAT 2.0 is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Florida. The FCAT 2.0 has 5 achievement levels, with level 1 being the lowest and level 5 the highest. Florida considers scores of level 3 and higher to be on or above grade level. The goal is for all students to score at or above level 3.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 60% in 2012.

135 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
81%

2011

 
 
80%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 62% in 2012.

136 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
81%

2011

 
 
89%
Scale: % level 3, 4, or 5

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Florida used the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT 2.0) to test students in grades 3 through 10 in reading, 3 through 8 in math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The FCAT 2.0 is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Florida. The FCAT 2.0 has 5 achievement levels, with level 1 being the lowest and level 5 the highest. Florida considers scores of level 3 and higher to be on or above grade level. The goal is for all students to score at or above level 3.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 57% in 2012.

149 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
80%

2011

 
 
83%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 61% in 2012.

149 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
83%

2011

 
 
84%
Science

The state average for Science was 51% in 2012.

149 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
81%
Scale: % level 3, 4, or 5

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Florida used the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT 2.0) to test students in grades 3 through 10 in reading, 3 through 8 in math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The FCAT 2.0 is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Florida. The FCAT 2.0 has 5 achievement levels, with level 1 being the lowest and level 5 the highest. Florida considers scores of level 3 and higher to be on or above grade level. The goal is for all students to score at or above level 3.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

Writing

The state average for Writing was 81% in 2012.

136 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
90%

2011

 
 
99%

2010

 
 
97%
Scale: % scoring at or above level 3

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Florida used the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT) to test students in grades 4, 8 and 10 in writing. The Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT) is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills needed to progress through school. The FCAT writing exam is scored on a scale of 1 to 6. The state considers a score of 3 or above as meeting state standards.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

  • In 2011-2012, this school received a grade of "A".
  • In 2010-2011, this school received a grade of "A".
  • In 2009-2010, this school received a grade of "A".
  • In 2008-2009, this school received a grade of "A".

About the tests


Florida uses School Grades to measure the overall performance of a school each year on the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT). Each school is assigned a letter grade (A-F) based on three criteria: the overall performance on the FCAT, the percentage of eligible students who took the test, and whether or not students made progress in reading and math. The School Grades are calculated by adding points earned from each of the performance criteria listed above.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 74% 46%
Hispanic 10% 25%
Black 8% 23%
Multiracial 6% 4%
Asian/Pacific Islander 2% 2%
American Indian/Alaskan Native 0% 0%
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 20%N/A46%
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per teacher 16N/A15
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Bachelor's degree 61%N/A65%
Master's degree 35%N/A32%
Doctorate degree 2%N/A1%
Other degree 2%N/A2%
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2009-2010
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Oviedo, FL 32765
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