Serving 1,983 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Mill Creek Academy 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 76% (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 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,983 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Mill Creek Elementary School serves the northwest part of Saint Augustine, FL, covering an area of approximately 81.3 square miles, with a typical drive time of 10-12 minutes from various points within the zone, which extends up to 8.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mill Creek Academy 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
Mill Creek Academy's student population of 1,983 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 111 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,983 students
Total Classroom Teachers
111 teachers
Year Founded
1991
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mill Creek Academy 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 Mill Creek Academy is 0.56, 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
#468 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
17%
38%
Black
6%
21%
White
63%
34%
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Mustangs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mill Creek Academy's ranking?
Mill Creek Academy is ranked #468 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% 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 Mill Creek Academy?
1,983 students attend Mill Creek Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Mill Creek Academy students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mill Creek Academy?
Mill Creek Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mill Creek Academy offer ?
Mill Creek Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mill Creek Academy part of?
Mill Creek Academy is part of St. Johns School District.
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