Serving 687 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School ranks in the top 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 48% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 687 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Christa McAuliffe Elementary School serves the southern part of Palm Bay, FL, covering an area of approximately 3.4 square miles. Families typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School's student population of 687 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
687 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
Christa Mcauliffe 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 Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#1542 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
25%
38%
Black
22%
21%
White
42%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School's ranking?
Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School is ranked #1542 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School often compared to?
Christa Mcauliffe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Columbia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School?
687 students attend Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School?
Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School offer ?
Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School part of?
Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School is part of Brevard School District.
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