Serving 696 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Berkley Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 696 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Berkley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Berkley Elementary School's student population of 696 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
696 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Motto
Whatever it Takes!
School Rankings
Berkley Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Berkley Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#471 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
22%
37%
Black
4%
21%
White
69%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berkley Elementary School's ranking?
Berkley Elementary School is ranked #471 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Berkley Elementary School often compared to?
Berkley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lena Vista Elementary School, Auburndale Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Berkley Elementary School?
696 students attend Berkley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Berkley Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Berkley Elementary School?
Berkley Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Berkley Elementary School offer ?
Berkley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Berkley Elementary School part of?
Berkley Elementary School is part of Polk School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
⭐Spring Break Holiday - No School
March 16, 2026 (Monday)
⭐Spring Break Holiday - No School
March 17, 2026 (Tuesday)
⭐Spring Break Holiday - No School
March 18, 2026 (Wednesday)
⭐Spring Break Holiday - No School
March 19, 2026 (Thursday)
⭐Spring Break Holiday - No School
March 20, 2026 (Friday)
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