Serving 552 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Edward A. Upthegrove Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower 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 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 552 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Edward A. Upthgrove Elementary serves the northwest part of the Labelle, FL school district, encompassing an area of approximately 14.8 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of just 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edward A. Upthegrove Elementary School's student population of 552 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
552 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Campus Size
5 acres
School Motto
Dedicated to excellence in education
School Rankings
Edward A. Upthegrove 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 Edward A. Upthegrove Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#1972 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
73%
38%
Black
3%
21%
White
23%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edward A. Upthegrove Elementary School's ranking?
Edward A. Upthegrove Elementary School is ranked #1972 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Edward A. Upthegrove Elementary School often compared to?
Edward A. Upthegrove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Labelle Elementary School, Country Oaks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Edward A. Upthegrove Elementary School?
552 students attend Edward A. Upthegrove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Edward A. Upthegrove Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edward A. Upthegrove Elementary School?
Edward A. Upthegrove Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Edward A. Upthegrove Elementary School offer ?
Edward A. Upthegrove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Edward A. Upthegrove Elementary School part of?
Edward A. Upthegrove Elementary School is part of Hendry School District.
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