Serving 272 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ponce De Leon Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 272 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ponce De Leon Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Ponce De Leon, FL, covering approximately 489 square miles. Families typically face a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 19.7 miles and the furthest edge reaching 32.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ponce De Leon Elementary School's student population of 272 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
272 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Welcome back Little Pirates!
School Rankings
Ponce De Leon 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 Ponce De Leon Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#1629 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
38%
Black
n/a
21%
White
94%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ponce De Leon Elementary School's ranking?
Ponce De Leon Elementary School is ranked #1629 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Ponce De Leon Elementary School?
272 students attend Ponce De Leon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Ponce De Leon Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ponce De Leon Elementary School?
Ponce De Leon Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ponce De Leon Elementary School offer ?
Ponce De Leon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ponce De Leon Elementary School part of?
Ponce De Leon Elementary School is part of Holmes School District.
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