Serving 574 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 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charles E. Bennett Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Charles E. Bennett Elementary School's student population of 574 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
574 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
2025
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 0.62, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
18%
37%
Black
16%
21%
White
57%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 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?
574 students attend Charles E. Bennett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Charles E. Bennett Elementary School students are White, 18% 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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