Serving 655 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Eastside Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 655 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eastside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Eastside Elementary School's student population of 655 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
655 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Eastside Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eastside Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#851 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
9%
37%
Black
20%
21%
White
62%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eastside Elementary School's ranking?
Eastside Elementary School is ranked #851 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Eastside Elementary School often compared to?
Eastside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Summers Elementary School, Westside Elementary School, Melrose Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Eastside Elementary School?
655 students attend Eastside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Eastside Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eastside Elementary School?
Eastside Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Eastside Elementary School offer ?
Eastside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eastside Elementary School part of?
Eastside Elementary School is part of Columbia School District.
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