Serving 563 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bessey Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 563 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bessey Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bessey Creek Elementary School's student population of 563 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
563 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bessey Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bessey Creek Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#295 out of 3704 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
13%
37%
Black
n/a
21%
White
81%
35%
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
21%
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 Bessey Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Bessey Creek Elementary School is ranked #295 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Bessey Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Bessey Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palm City Elementary School, Citrus Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Bessey Creek Elementary School?
563 students attend Bessey Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Bessey Creek Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bessey Creek Elementary School?
Bessey Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bessey Creek Elementary School offer ?
Bessey Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bessey Creek Elementary School part of?
Bessey Creek Elementary School is part of Martin School District.
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