Serving 712 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Branford 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 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% 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: 712 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Branford Elementary School serves the southeast part of its school district in Branford, FL, covering an area of approximately 171.7 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located up to 12.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Branford Elementary School's student population of 712 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
712 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Branford Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Branford Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#1214 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-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 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 25-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 Branford Elementary School's ranking?
Branford Elementary School is ranked #1214 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Branford Elementary School often compared to?
Branford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Suwannee Riverside Elementary School, Suwannee Pineview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Branford Elementary School?
712 students attend Branford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Branford Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Branford Elementary School?
Branford Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Branford Elementary School offer ?
Branford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Branford Elementary School part of?
Branford Elementary School is part of Suwannee School District.
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