Serving 564 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Charles E. Bennett Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 564 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Charles E. Bennett Elementary School serves the southeastern part of Green Cove Springs, FL, covering an attendance area of approximately 164.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone takes about 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge located 15.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Charles E. Bennett Elementary School's student population of 564 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
564 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Charles E. Bennett Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles E. Bennett Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#2620 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. 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 Charles E. Bennett Elementary School's ranking?
Charles E. Bennett Elementary School is ranked #2620 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Charles E. Bennett Elementary School often compared to?
Charles E. Bennett Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shadowlawn Elementary School, Lake Asbury Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Charles E. Bennett Elementary School?
564 students attend Charles E. Bennett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Charles E. Bennett Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charles E. Bennett Elementary School?
Charles E. Bennett Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Charles E. Bennett Elementary School offer ?
Charles E. Bennett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Charles E. Bennett Elementary School part of?
Charles E. Bennett Elementary School is part of Clay School District.
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