Serving 436 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Eglin Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Eglin Elementary School serves the southern part of its school district in Eglin Afb, FL, covering an area of approximately 14.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eglin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Eglin Elementary School's student population of 436 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
436 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1906
School Calendar
School Rankings
Eglin Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eglin Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#312 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
43%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
18%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. 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 Eglin Elementary School's ranking?
Eglin Elementary School is ranked #312 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Eglin Elementary School often compared to?
Eglin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James E Plew Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Eglin Elementary School?
436 students attend Eglin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Eglin Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Two or more races, and 14% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eglin Elementary School?
Eglin Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Eglin Elementary School offer ?
Eglin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eglin Elementary School part of?
Eglin Elementary School is part of Okaloosa School District.
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