Serving 686 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Port Salerno Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 43% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 686 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Port Salerno Elementary School's student population of 686 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
686 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Port Salerno Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Port Salerno Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#2871 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
82%
37%
Black
5%
21%
White
12%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Port Salerno Elementary School's ranking?
Port Salerno Elementary School is ranked #2871 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Port Salerno Elementary School often compared to?
Port Salerno Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pinewood Elementary School, Sea Wind Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Port Salerno Elementary School?
686 students attend Port Salerno Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Port Salerno Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Port Salerno Elementary School?
Port Salerno Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Port Salerno Elementary School offer ?
Port Salerno Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Port Salerno Elementary School part of?
Port Salerno Elementary School is part of Martin School District.
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