Serving 626 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Clay Springs 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 43% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 626 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Clay Springs Elementary serves the northwest part of Apopka, FL, covering an area of approximately 3.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 2.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clay Springs Elementary School's student population of 626 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
626 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Clay Springs 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 Clay Springs 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
#1986 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hispanic
53%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Black
15%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
28%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Black Bears
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clay Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Clay Springs Elementary School is ranked #1986 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Clay Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Clay Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Apopka Elementary School, Dream Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Clay Springs Elementary School?
626 students attend Clay Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Clay Springs Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clay Springs Elementary School?
Clay Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Clay Springs Elementary School offer ?
Clay Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clay Springs Elementary School part of?
Clay Springs Elementary School is part of Orange School District.
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