Serving 639 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Osceola 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 61% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 639 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Osceola Elementary School serves the eastern part of Saint Augustine, FL, covering an area of approximately 5.9 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest distance to the school being about 3.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Osceola Elementary School's student population of 639 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
639 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1991
School Rankings
Osceola 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 Osceola Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#1158 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Osceola Elementary School's ranking?
Osceola Elementary School is ranked #1158 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Osceola Elementary School often compared to?
Osceola Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like W. Douglas Hartley 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 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Osceola Elementary School?
639 students attend Osceola Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Osceola Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Osceola Elementary School?
Osceola Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Osceola Elementary School offer ?
Osceola Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Osceola Elementary School part of?
Osceola Elementary School is part of St. Johns School District.
School Calendar
View the Osceola Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - Student / Teacher Holiday
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break - Student / Teacher Holiday
March 15, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day for Students - All schools dismissed 1 hour early
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
Last Day for Teachers - Teacher Planning Day
June 01, 2027 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break - Student / Teacher Holiday
November 22, 2027 (Monday)
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