Serving 566 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Poinciana Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% 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: 566 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Poinciana Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Poinciana Elementary School's student population of 566 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
566 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Poinciana Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Poinciana Elementary School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1752 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
34%
36%
Black
29%
21%
White
32%
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
39%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Poinciana Elementary School's ranking?
Poinciana Elementary School is ranked #1752 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Poinciana Elementary School often compared to?
Poinciana Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sigsbee Charter School, Horace O'bryant School, Gerald Adams Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Poinciana Elementary School?
566 students attend Poinciana Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Poinciana Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 29% 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 Poinciana Elementary School?
Poinciana Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Poinciana Elementary School offer ?
Poinciana Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Poinciana Elementary School part of?
Poinciana Elementary School is part of Monroe School District.
School Calendar
View the Poinciana Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Students Report - First Day of School
August 14, 2024 (Wednesday)
Spring Break - No School
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School for Students
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
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