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Lake Como School
Grades PK–8 · Orange County Public Schools · Orlando, FL
Rating
7/10
GreatSchools
Grades
PK–8
Enrollment
900
Student : Teacher
15:1
Founded
1951
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“Lake Como School is an OCPS public K-8 serving Thornton Park and the Lake Como neighborhood in east-central Orlando — one of the few downtown Orlando public schools that runs through 8th grade, keeping kids in the same building from pre-K to middle.”
Lake Como School opened in its current location in 1951, anchoring the Lake Como neighborhood — a mid-century residential area built around the namesake lake — for more than 70 years. The school runs PK through 8th grade, which means families in the attendance zone do not go through a separate middle school search. That continuity is a real draw for parents buying in Thornton Park, the Milk District, or the Hourglass District corridors. The campus sits within walking distance of Lake Como Park, one of Orlando most recognized neighborhood parks.
Academic programs
- Gifted & Talented program
- Project Lead The Way (PLTW) — STEM-focused engineering and design curriculum
- Standard OCPS K-8 college-preparatory track
How to enroll
Automatic via OCPS based on home address. Most Thornton Park and Lake Como neighborhood addresses fall within the Lake Como School attendance zone. Verify your specific address at ocps.net/departments/student_enrollment/find_my_school before relying on this. Students outside the zone can apply through OCPS open enrollment or magnet choice programs.
What makes it stand out
The PK-through-8 structure is the main differentiator here. Families in the zone skip the middle-school transition entirely — kids stay in the same building, with the same peer group, through 8th grade. For parents relocating to Thornton Park or Lake Como who want to minimize school disruptions, that is not a small thing.
Extracurriculars
- Athletics (basketball, soccer, track)
- Student council
- Art program
- Music / band
- After-school clubs and enrichment
Frequently asked about Lake Como School
What neighborhoods are zoned for Lake Como School?
The Lake Como School zone covers most of Thornton Park and the Lake Como neighborhood itself — generally the corridor east of Bumby Avenue, north of Michigan Street, west of Bumby, and south of Colonial Drive. Parts of the Milk District and Hourglass District may also fall in-zone depending on specific address. Delaney Park (west of I-4) is primarily zoned for Blankner K-8, not Lake Como. Always confirm your exact address at ocps.net before purchasing.
How do I enroll at Lake Como School?
Enrollment is automatic for in-zone addresses — submit the standard OCPS enrollment packet (proof of residency, immunization records, birth certificate) at the school office or through OCPS online enrollment. Open enrollment spots for out-of-zone students are limited; applications open each spring for the following school year. The PLTW and Gifted programs are available to qualifying in-zone students without a separate application.
What is the median home price zoned for Lake Como School?
Homes in the Lake Como attendance zone span roughly K to K+ for single-family, with the Thornton Park section (bungalows and restored 1920s-30s homes) trending toward the higher end (K–.2M). The Lake Como neighborhood proper (1950s ranch homes around the lake) clusters in the K–K range. The zip code (32806) median is running around K as of spring 2026. The in-zone premium is real — buyers pay for the walkability, lake access, and proximity to downtown.
Is Lake Como School safe?
The school operates under standard OCPS safety protocols — School Resource Officer, controlled-access campus during school hours, ID verification for visitors. The surrounding Lake Como and Thornton Park neighborhoods are well-established residential areas close to downtown Orlando. Crime rates in 32806 are moderate by urban Orlando standards; the specific school campus area has a calm, neighborhood-school character. As always, check the OCPS safety reports for the most current data.
How does Lake Como School compare to Blankner K-8?
Both are OCPS K-8 schools serving in-town Orlando neighborhoods near Lake Eola. Blankner (zoned primarily for Delaney Park) holds a GreatSchools 9/10 vs Lake Como 7/10 — Blankner higher rating reflects stronger standardized test performance. Lake Como PLTW STEM program has no Blankner equivalent. The real comparison for buyers comes down to which neighborhood the address falls in; you cannot choose between the two schools for a given address unless you pursue open enrollment. Confirm zone at ocps.net.
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