Serving 521 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Astoria Park 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 24% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (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 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 521 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Astoria Park Elementary School's student population of 521 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
521 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Astoria Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Astoria Park Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#3407 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
36%
Black
81%
21%
White
5%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
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 Astoria Park Elementary School's ranking?
Astoria Park Elementary School is ranked #3407 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Astoria Park Elementary School often compared to?
Astoria Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Springwood Elementary School, Canopy Oaks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Astoria Park Elementary School?
521 students attend Astoria Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Astoria Park Elementary School students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Astoria Park Elementary School?
Astoria Park Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Astoria Park Elementary School offer ?
Astoria Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Astoria Park Elementary School part of?
Astoria Park Elementary School is part of Leon School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
2024 Scholars First Day of School
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
Middle School Open House
September 05, 2024 (Thursday)
2024 High School Open House
September 16, 2024 (Monday)
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