Serving 466 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Memorial Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Memorial Elementary School serves the northwest part of Avon Park, FL, covering an area of approximately 7.3 square miles, with typical drives to the school ranging from 5 to 10 minutes. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 6.1 miles from the school, with an average distance of 2.5 miles to the zone's boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Memorial Elementary School's student population of 466 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
466 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering Today's Children to Become Tomorrow's Leaders.
School Rankings
Memorial Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Memorial Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#2232 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
38%
38%
Black
29%
21%
White
26%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Memorial Elementary School's ranking?
Memorial Elementary School is ranked #2232 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Memorial Elementary School often compared to?
Memorial Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sun 'n Lake Elementary School, Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Memorial Elementary School?
466 students attend Memorial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Memorial Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 26% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Memorial Elementary School?
Memorial Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Memorial Elementary School offer ?
Memorial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Memorial Elementary School part of?
Memorial Elementary School is part of Highlands School District.
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