Serving 549 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Elbert 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 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (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 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Elbert Elementary School serves the northern part of Winter Haven, FL, covering an area of approximately 20.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 3.1 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elbert Elementary School's student population of 549 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
549 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elbert 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 Elbert Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#3016 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
36%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
40%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
20%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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)46.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-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 Elbert Elementary School's ranking?
Elbert Elementary School is ranked #3016 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Elbert Elementary School often compared to?
Elbert Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chain Of Lakes Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Elbert Elementary School?
549 students attend Elbert Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Elbert Elementary School students are Black, 36% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elbert Elementary School?
Elbert Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Elbert Elementary School offer ?
Elbert Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elbert Elementary School part of?
Elbert Elementary School is part of Polk School District.
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