Serving 763 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Neil Armstrong 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 57% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher 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 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 763 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Neil Armstrong Elementary School serves the northwest part of Port Charlotte, FL, covering an attendance area of approximately 4.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Neil Armstrong Elementary School's student population of 763 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
763 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Neil Armstrong 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 Neil Armstrong Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#1315 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
27%
38%
Black
13%
21%
White
50%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
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 Neil Armstrong Elementary School's ranking?
Neil Armstrong Elementary School is ranked #1315 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Neil Armstrong Elementary School often compared to?
Neil Armstrong Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kingsway Elementary School, Meadow Park Elementary School, Liberty Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Neil Armstrong Elementary School?
763 students attend Neil Armstrong Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Neil Armstrong Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Neil Armstrong Elementary School?
Neil Armstrong Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Neil Armstrong Elementary School offer ?
Neil Armstrong Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Neil Armstrong Elementary School part of?
Neil Armstrong Elementary School is part of Charlotte School District.
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