Serving 646 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fort White Elementary School ranks in the top 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 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is equal to 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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 646 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fort White Elementary School's student population of 646 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
646 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
The Columbia County School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability or marital status in its education programs, services or activities, or in its hiring or employment practices.
School Rankings
Fort White Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fort White 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
#1480 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
16%
37%
Black
8%
21%
White
69%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort White Elementary School's ranking?
Fort White Elementary School is ranked #1480 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Fort White Elementary School often compared to?
Fort White Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort White High School, Belmont Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Fort White Elementary School?
646 students attend Fort White Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Fort White Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fort White Elementary School?
Fort White Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fort White Elementary School offer ?
Fort White Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fort White Elementary School part of?
Fort White Elementary School is part of Columbia School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day Before Holidays/ End of First Semester
December 19, 2025 (Friday)
First Day of Classes 2026/ Begin Second Semester
January 06, 2026 (Tuesday)
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