Serving 722 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bushnell 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 68% (which is higher 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 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 722 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bushnell 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
Bushnell Elementary School's student population of 722 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
722 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bushnell Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bushnell Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#569 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
18%
36%
Black
9%
21%
White
65%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (20-21)
51%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bushnell Elementary School's ranking?
Bushnell Elementary School is ranked #569 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Bushnell Elementary School often compared to?
Bushnell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Panasoffkee Elementary School, Webster 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 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Bushnell Elementary School?
722 students attend Bushnell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Bushnell Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bushnell Elementary School?
Bushnell Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Bushnell Elementary School offer ?
Bushnell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Bushnell Elementary School part of?
Bushnell Elementary School is part of Sumter School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last day of Winter Holiday for Teachers & 250 Day Employees
January 05, 2025 (Sunday)
Last Day-Students - Early Dismissal Students and Teachers
June 03, 2025 (Tuesday)
Last Day for Teachers
June 05, 2025 (Thursday)
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