Serving 740 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lewis E. Wadsworth 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 59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than 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 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 740 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary serves the northeast part of Palm Coast, FL, covering an attendance area of approximately 5.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary School's student population of 740 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
740 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We Are Wadsworth! We Follow the "Big Three": Do Your Best, Do What is Right, Treat Others the Way You Want to Be Treated.
School Rankings
Lewis E. Wadsworth 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 Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#1234 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
49%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
9%
4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Green and Gray
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary School's ranking?
Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary School is ranked #1234 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary School often compared to?
Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rymfire Elementary School, Belle Terre Elementary School, Old Kings Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary School?
740 students attend Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary School?
Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary School offer ?
Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary School part of?
Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary School is part of Flagler School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I have only been going to this school for about two years and I''m in the S.T.E.M. program but that program helped push me to learning more and enjoying school a lot more the people there are a lot more friendly. I''m get all A''s I''m so proud of myself and Wadsworth has really made me a better student. I just want to say thank you to all the people who work there and I''m going to miss them all as I go to middle school but all the faculty and staff there have helped me become a better person and student and I hope they all live happy and safe lives.
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