Serving 488 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Croton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 488 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Croton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Croton Elementary School's student population of 488 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
488 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Croton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Croton 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
#1175 out of 3655 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
18%
36%
Black
11%
21%
White
58%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Croton Elementary School's ranking?
Croton Elementary School is ranked #1175 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Croton Elementary School often compared to?
Croton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dr. W.j. Creel Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Croton Elementary School?
488 students attend Croton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Croton Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Croton Elementary School?
Croton Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Croton Elementary School offer ?
Croton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Croton Elementary School part of?
Croton Elementary School is part of Brevard School District.
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Last Day of School
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
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