Serving 477 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Eastside 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 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% 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: 477 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Eastside Elementary School serves the eastern part of Clewiston, FL, encompassing an attendance zone that covers approximately 648.2 square miles, with typical drive times ranging from 20 to 30 minutes and distances to the furthest edge reaching up to 37 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eastside Elementary School's student population of 477 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
477 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Eastside 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 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
#1748 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
60%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
23%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
15%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
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 #1748 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Eastside Elementary School often compared to?
Eastside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Elementary School, Westside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Eastside Elementary School?
477 students attend Eastside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Eastside Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eastside Elementary School?
Eastside Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, 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 Hendry School District.
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