Serving 725 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Eastside 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 41% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% 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: 725 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Eastside Elementary School serves the northeast part of Haines City, covering an area of approximately 15.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eastside Elementary School's student population of 725 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
725 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Eastside 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 Eastside Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#2796 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
68%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
7%
Showing 2004–2013. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green & Black
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 #2796 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Eastside Elementary School often compared to?
Eastside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alta Vista Elementary School, Bethune Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Eastside Elementary School?
725 students attend Eastside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Eastside Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, and 7% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eastside Elementary School?
Eastside Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, 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 Polk School District.
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