Serving 667 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pathways 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 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 667 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Pathways Elementary School serves the northern part of Ormond Beach, FL, covering an area of approximately 40 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 9.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pathways Elementary School's student population of 667 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
667 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Destination: Excellence
School Rankings
Pathways Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pathways Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#863 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-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 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-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
Sports
Colors
Red, White & Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pathways Elementary School's ranking?
Pathways Elementary School is ranked #863 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Pathways Elementary School often compared to?
Pathways Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pine Trail Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Pathways Elementary School?
667 students attend Pathways Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Pathways Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pathways Elementary School?
Pathways Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pathways Elementary School offer ?
Pathways Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pathways Elementary School part of?
Pathways Elementary School is part of Volusia School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School for Students
May 26, 2027 (Wednesday)
Last Day of School for Teachers
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
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