Serving 389 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Harbor City 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harbor City Elementary School serves the southeast part of Melbourne, FL, covering an area of approximately 7.1 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harbor City Elementary School's student population of 389 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
389 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Motto
TO SERVE EVERY STUDENT WITH EXCELLENCE AS THE STANDARD
School Rankings
Harbor City 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 Harbor City Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#1420 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
20%
38%
Black
13%
21%
White
55%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harbor City Elementary School's ranking?
Harbor City Elementary School is ranked #1420 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Harbor City Elementary School often compared to?
Harbor City Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roy Allen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Harbor City Elementary School?
389 students attend Harbor City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Harbor City Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harbor City Elementary School?
Harbor City Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harbor City Elementary School offer ?
Harbor City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harbor City Elementary School part of?
Harbor City Elementary School is part of Brevard School District.
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