Layer Elementary School

Layer Elementary School

Public Pre-K, Elementary School | Grade Pre-K-5
4201 State Road 419,  Winter Springs, FL
Seminole County Public Schools
4.1
559 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Ms. Cheryl Nicholas
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Math Proficiency
54%
Reading Proficiency
63%

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
B
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Academics
Reading Proficiency
63%
Math Proficiency
54%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers
45
Full Time Teachers
45
Teachers in First or Second Year
2.9%

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

Math
11%
State Average
20%
Science
26%
State Average
23%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
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The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
541:1

Student Diversity

Male
53.5%
Female
46.5%
White
40.1%
Hispanic
35%
Black
12.2%
Two or more races
6.7%
Asian or Pacific Islander
5.1%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
4.1 24 Reviews
5.0 parent
9/29/2025
School is top notch. Staff is super helpful. My kid loves Layer!
5.0 parent
9/26/2025
Unfortunately my 3rd grader couldn’t continue going since we moved, my son has even said how much he misses Layer. They always kept me informed and kept him motivated. Their programs and events were enjoyable for my son and made him look forward to attending. After moving I have learned that each sc...
5.0 parent
3/7/2024
Layer is an awesome welcoming school! The instruction is top notch and the administration, teachers, and staff are caring and professional.
1.0 parent
9/15/2023
Principals will hide stuff from parents. Peoples kids who attend this school seem to not be taught manners at home. My son stays getting bullied or harassed by these bad lil kids who have no discipline.

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Layer Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-5 in Winter Springs, FL, in the Winter Springs neighborhood, and is served by the Seminole County Public Schools in Florida. The school has a total enrollment of 559 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. Academic records show that 54% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 63% are proficient in reading. Layer Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $482,540. Discover additional schools in the area, like Winter Springs High School, Seminole County Detention Center, The Geneva School, and more. Learn more about what Winter Springs has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Layer Elementary School.

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