LAWTON CHILES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

LAWTON CHILES ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the ORANGE school district, located in ORLANDO, FL with about 663 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 46 teachers, LAWTON CHILES ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

LAWTON CHILES ELEMENTARY, located in the Waterford Lakes area of Orlando, Florida, is a public school serving students in grades Pre-K through 5 as part of the Orange County Public Schools (OCPS) district. Named after the former Florida Governor and U.S. Senator, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic excellence and its active involvement within the local community. It typically serves a diverse student population and maintains a strong focus on fostering a supportive learning environment that prepares students for the transition to middle school.

The school is known for its well-maintained campus and a curriculum that emphasizes both core academic subjects—such as mathematics, science, and literacy—and character development. Lawton Chiles leverages its location in the suburban East Orlando region to engage families, offering various extracurricular activities, clubs, and parent-teacher association events that encourage active participation in the educational process. Parents and guardians looking for more specific information regarding school grades, current enrollment data, or upcoming programs can visit their official OCPS website.

For more information, contact LAWTON CHILES ELEMENTARY at (407) 737-1470 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.