Serving 354 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pelican Island 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 46% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pelican Island Elementary School serves the northeast part of Sebastian, FL, covering an area of approximately 8.2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.3 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pelican Island Elementary School's student population of 354 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
354 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Motto
A Classical Approach
School Rankings
Pelican Island 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 Pelican Island Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#1583 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
19%
38%
Black
20%
21%
White
54%
34%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pelican Island Elementary School's ranking?
Pelican Island Elementary School is ranked #1583 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Pelican Island Elementary School often compared to?
Pelican Island Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sebastian Elementary School, Treasure Coast Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Pelican Island Elementary School?
354 students attend Pelican Island Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Pelican Island Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pelican Island Elementary School?
Pelican Island Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pelican Island Elementary School offer ?
Pelican Island Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pelican Island Elementary School part of?
Pelican Island Elementary School is part of Indian River School District.
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