Serving 501 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lula J. Edge Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% 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: 501 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Lula J. Edge Elementary School serves the southeastern part of Niceville, FL, covering an area of approximately 4.2 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.3 miles to the nearest boundary and a maximum of 2.5 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lula J. Edge 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
Lula J. Edge Elementary School's student population of 501 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
501 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lula J. Edge Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lula J. Edge Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#638 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
15%
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)17.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lula J. Edge Elementary School's ranking?
Lula J. Edge Elementary School is ranked #638 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lula J. Edge Elementary School often compared to?
Lula J. Edge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James E Plew Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lula J. Edge Elementary School?
501 students attend Lula J. Edge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Lula J. Edge Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lula J. Edge Elementary School?
Lula J. Edge Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lula J. Edge Elementary School offer ?
Lula J. Edge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lula J. Edge Elementary School part of?
Lula J. Edge Elementary School is part of Okaloosa School District.
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