Serving 579 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kingsway Elementary School ranks in the top 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 45% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 46% 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: 579 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kingsway Elementary School serves the northwest part of Punta Gorda, FL, covering an area of approximately 7.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kingsway Elementary School's student population of 579 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
579 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kingsway 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 Kingsway 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
#1708 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
54%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Cougar Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kingsway Elementary School's ranking?
Kingsway Elementary School is ranked #1708 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Kingsway Elementary School often compared to?
Kingsway Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Neil Armstrong Elementary School, Deep Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Kingsway Elementary School?
579 students attend Kingsway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Kingsway Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kingsway Elementary School?
Kingsway Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kingsway Elementary School offer ?
Kingsway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kingsway Elementary School part of?
Kingsway Elementary School is part of Charlotte School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
My son has been at Kingsway since kindergarten and he is now in 5th grade. I love this school and how they encourage and helped him grow and learn. Kingsway has never disappointed me and I can't wait to see how they do with my next kid when he starts next school year.
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