Serving 629 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Fleming Island Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 82% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 629 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Fleming Island Elementary School serves the northeast part of Fleming Island, FL, covering an area of approximately 4 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with most zone boundaries located about 1.3 miles away and the furthest edge being 1.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fleming Island 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
Fleming Island Elementary School's student population of 629 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
629 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fleming Island Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fleming Island Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#177 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Hispanic
14%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
6%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
White
70%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fleming Island Elementary School's ranking?
Fleming Island Elementary School is ranked #177 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Fleming Island Elementary School often compared to?
Fleming Island Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thunderbolt Elementary School, Robert M. Paterson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Fleming Island Elementary School?
629 students attend Fleming Island Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Fleming Island Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fleming Island Elementary School?
Fleming Island Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fleming Island Elementary School offer ?
Fleming Island Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fleming Island Elementary School part of?
Fleming Island Elementary School is part of Clay School District.
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