Serving 725 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chiefland 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 44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower 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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 725 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chiefland Elementary School serves the northern part of its district in Chiefland, FL, covering an area of approximately 276.1 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 13 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 24.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chiefland Elementary School's student population of 725 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
725 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chiefland 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 Chiefland Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#2024 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
10%
38%
Black
9%
21%
White
69%
34%
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chiefland Elementary School's ranking?
Chiefland Elementary School is ranked #2024 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Chiefland Elementary School often compared to?
Chiefland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bronson Elementary School, Whispering Winds Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Chiefland Elementary School?
725 students attend Chiefland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Chiefland Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chiefland Elementary School?
Chiefland Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chiefland Elementary School offer ?
Chiefland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chiefland Elementary School part of?
Chiefland Elementary School is part of Levy School District.
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