Serving 547 students in grades Kindergarten-5, North Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 58% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 547 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Elementary School's student population of 547 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
547 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#1080 out of 3655 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
43%
36%
Black
4%
21%
White
50%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Elementary School's ranking?
North Elementary School is ranked #1080 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are North Elementary School often compared to?
North Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Everglades Elementary School, Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend North Elementary School?
547 students attend North Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of North Elementary School students are White, 43% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Elementary School?
North Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does North Elementary School offer ?
North Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is North Elementary School part of?
North Elementary School is part of Okeechobee School District.
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