Serving 640 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Moton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 640 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Moton Elementary School's student population of 640 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
640 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Moton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Moton Elementary School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2193 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
22%
36%
Black
21%
21%
White
48%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moton Elementary School's ranking?
Moton Elementary School is ranked #2193 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Moton Elementary School often compared to?
Moton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brooksville Elementary School, Eastside Elementary School, Chocachatti Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Moton Elementary School?
640 students attend Moton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Moton Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Moton Elementary School?
Moton Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Moton Elementary School offer ?
Moton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Moton Elementary School part of?
Moton Elementary School is part of Hernando School District.
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