Serving 810 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Walter Caldwell 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 27% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 810 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walter Caldwell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Walter Caldwell Elementary School's student population of 810 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
810 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Walter Caldwell 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 Walter Caldwell Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#3047 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
37%
36%
Black
23%
21%
White
35%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
7%
7%
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 Walter Caldwell Elementary School's ranking?
Walter Caldwell Elementary School is ranked #3047 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Walter Caldwell Elementary School often compared to?
Walter Caldwell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Auburndale Central Elementary School, Carlton Palmore Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Walter Caldwell Elementary School?
810 students attend Walter Caldwell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Walter Caldwell Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 23% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walter Caldwell Elementary School?
Walter Caldwell Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Walter Caldwell Elementary School offer ?
Walter Caldwell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Walter Caldwell Elementary School part of?
Walter Caldwell Elementary School is part of Polk School District.
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