Serving 471 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mary Esther 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 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary Esther Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mary Esther Elementary School's student population of 471 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
471 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mary Esther Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mary Esther Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#1451 out of 3655 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
21%
36%
Black
22%
21%
White
42%
36%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary Esther Elementary School's ranking?
Mary Esther Elementary School is ranked #1451 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Mary Esther Elementary School often compared to?
Mary Esther Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Florosa Elementary School, Wright Elementary School, Shalimar Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Mary Esther Elementary School?
471 students attend Mary Esther Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Mary Esther Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mary Esther Elementary School?
Mary Esther Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Mary Esther Elementary School offer ?
Mary Esther Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Mary Esther Elementary School part of?
Mary Esther Elementary School is part of Okaloosa School District.
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