Serving 762 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, James E Plew Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% 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: 762 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: James E Plew Elementary School serves the southeast part of Niceville, FL, encompassing an area of approximately 7.2 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James E Plew Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
James E Plew Elementary School's student population of 762 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
762 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
James E Plew Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James E Plew Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#243 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
12%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
3%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
73%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 James E Plew Elementary School's ranking?
James E Plew Elementary School is ranked #243 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are James E Plew Elementary School often compared to?
James E Plew Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lula J. Edge Elementary School, Bluewater Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend James E Plew Elementary School?
762 students attend James E Plew Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of James E Plew Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James E Plew Elementary School?
James E Plew Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does James E Plew Elementary School offer ?
James E Plew Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is James E Plew Elementary School part of?
James E Plew Elementary School is part of Okaloosa School District.
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