Serving 552 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Poinciana 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 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower 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 79% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 552 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Poinciana Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Poinciana Elementary School's student population of 552 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
552 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Building Leaders Every Day, Building Leaders for Life
School Rankings
Poinciana 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 Poinciana Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#1771 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
38%
37%
Black
38%
21%
White
21%
35%
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
55%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Poinciana Elementary School's ranking?
Poinciana Elementary School is ranked #1771 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Poinciana Elementary School often compared to?
Poinciana Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sigsbee Charter School, Horace O'bryant School, Gerald Adams Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Poinciana Elementary School?
552 students attend Poinciana Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Poinciana Elementary School students are Black, 38% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Poinciana Elementary School?
Poinciana Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Poinciana Elementary School offer ?
Poinciana Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Poinciana Elementary School part of?
Poinciana Elementary School is part of Monroe School District.
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