Serving 459 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Golfview Elementary Magnet 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 35% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Golfview Elementary Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Golfview Elementary Magnet School's student population of 459 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
459 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Mascot
Bobcats
School Rankings
Golfview Elementary Magnet 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 Golfview Elementary Magnet 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
#2653 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
25%
37%
Black
41%
21%
White
23%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bobcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Golfview Elementary Magnet School's ranking?
Golfview Elementary Magnet School is ranked #2653 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Golfview Elementary Magnet School often compared to?
Golfview Elementary Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hans Christian Andersen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Golfview Elementary Magnet School?
459 students attend Golfview Elementary Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Golfview Elementary Magnet School students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Golfview Elementary Magnet School?
Golfview Elementary Magnet School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Golfview Elementary Magnet School offer ?
Golfview Elementary Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Golfview Elementary Magnet School part of?
Golfview Elementary Magnet School is part of Brevard School District.
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