Serving 594 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 80% (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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 594 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Bessey Creek Elementary School serves the northeast part of Palm City, FL, covering an area of approximately 6.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3.8 miles away.
- 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 594 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
594 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bessey Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bessey Creek Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#243 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
21%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bessey Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Bessey Creek Elementary School is ranked #243 out of 3,662 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?
80% 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?
594 students attend Bessey Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Bessey Creek Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
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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