Serving 907 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Picolata Crossing Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (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 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 907 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Picolata Crossing Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Picolata Crossing Elementary School's student population of 907 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
907 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Picolata Crossing Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Picolata Crossing Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#542 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
16%
36%
Black
4%
21%
White
71%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Picolata Crossing Elementary School's ranking?
Picolata Crossing Elementary School is ranked #542 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Picolata Crossing Elementary School often compared to?
Picolata Crossing Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crookshank Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Picolata Crossing Elementary School?
907 students attend Picolata Crossing Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Picolata Crossing Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Picolata Crossing Elementary School?
Picolata Crossing Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Picolata Crossing Elementary School offer ?
Picolata Crossing Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Picolata Crossing Elementary School part of?
Picolata Crossing Elementary School is part of St. Johns School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - Student / Teacher Holiday
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break - Student / Teacher Holiday
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day for Students
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
Last Day for Teachers - Teacher Planning Day
June 02, 2025 (Monday)
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