Serving 614 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Indian River 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% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher 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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 614 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Indian River Elementary School serves the southeast part of Edgewater, FL, covering an attendance area of approximately 57.6 square miles. Families in this zone typically drive 15-20 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone edge being 7.7 miles and the furthest edge located 12.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Indian River Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Indian River Elementary School's student population of 614 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
614 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Indian River 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 Indian River Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#1394 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
5%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Black
2%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
81%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Two or more races
11%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Indian River Elementary School's ranking?
Indian River Elementary School is ranked #1394 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Indian River Elementary School often compared to?
Indian River Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edgewater Public School, Burns Science And Technology Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Indian River Elementary School?
614 students attend Indian River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Indian River Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Indian River Elementary School?
Indian River Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Indian River Elementary School offer ?
Indian River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Indian River Elementary School part of?
Indian River Elementary School is part of Volusia School District.
In what neighborhood is Indian River Elementary School located?
Indian River Elementary School is located in the Edgewater Country Estates neighborhood of Edgewater, FL.
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