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Buck Lake Elementary School

1600 PEDRICK RD TALLAHASSEE FL 32317

Top 25% School in Florida

Ranked 119 of 252 in Florida

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About Buck Lake Elementary School

Buck Lake Elementary School is a highly rated Elementary School located in Tallahassee. It has about 730 students in grades Pre-K through 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Buck Lake consistently ranks in the top 10% of Florida elementary schools. 79% of students are proficient in math and reading.

Buck Lake Elementary has well-qualified teachers, nearly all of which are state-certified, and offers programs like Gifted & Talented programs and preschool. With about 40% of students enrolled as non-white, Buck Lake mirrors the diversity of Tallahassee.

The families that attend Buck Lake prized their academic results, staff effort, and serious parent partnership. Parents actively engage with parents by providing tools, which includes the buck lake elementary school supply list and buck lake elementary school calendar, to support Buck Lake being a trusted choice in Leon County. This school is the best school in Florida.

Buck Lake Elementary School Contact Information

Address

1600 PEDRICK RD TALLAHASSEE FL 32317

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Phone

(850) 488-6133

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 50%
Reading 50%
State average proficiency is 50% in Math and 50% in Reading.
46
Full-time Teachers
16 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
10
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
730
Total Students
$58115
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 119 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Buck Lake Elementary School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:30 AM - 2:50 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:15 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 60.5%
Asian 12.2%
Hispanic 7.7%
Black 13.6%
Two+ Races 6%
Native Am. 0%
White
60.5%
Asian
12.2%
Hispanic
7.7%
Black
13.6%
Two+ Races
6%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 730
49%
358 Female
51%
372 Male

Student Population

730 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

357 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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FAQ

Q: What type of technology or digital tools are provided for students to use in classroom programs at Buck Lake Elementary School?

A: Students use computers, tablets, and smart boards in class. Digital Learning platforms supplement reading, math, and research. Technology is used in lessons each day.


Q: How can parents get involved with Buck Lake Elementary School’s activities and events?

A: Parents can join the PTA, volunteer in the classroom, or support events. Parents can also help fundraising events organized by the school. There are many ways to get involved - the main goal is to collaborate as partners and make a great school community!


Q: What are the fees with before- and after-school programming in Buck Lake Elementary School?

A: Fees can vary based on program hours and activities. Parents will find some fees set by the school and some fees set by providers; parents should confirm rates with the school office to get the most up to date pricing.


Q: Are there scholarships or fee waivers offered in Buck Lake Elementary School?

A: Tuition is free in Public Schools. Some program may require a small fee. If a family requires assistance, they should contact the school to discuss their options.


Q: Are there scholarships or fee waivers offered in Buck Lake Elementary School?

A: Tuition is free in Public Schools. Some program may require a small fee. If a family requires assistance, they should contact the school to discuss their options.


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Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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