Serving 353 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Melrose Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). 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 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Melrose Elementary School serves the northwest part of its school district in Melrose, FL, covering an area of approximately 70.3 square miles. Families within this zone are typically located 10-15 minutes away from the school, with the furthest edge being about 13.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Melrose Elementary School's student population of 353 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
353 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Melrose 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 Melrose 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
#1207 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
9%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
9%
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
8%
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)41.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2012–2025. 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 Melrose Elementary School's ranking?
Melrose Elementary School is ranked #1207 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Melrose Elementary School often compared to?
Melrose Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ochwilla Elementary School, Keystone Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Melrose Elementary School?
353 students attend Melrose Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Melrose Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Melrose Elementary School?
Melrose Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Melrose Elementary School offer ?
Melrose Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Melrose Elementary School part of?
Melrose Elementary School is part of Putnam School District.
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