Serving 342 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, R. J. Longstreet Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than 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 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: R. J. Longstreet Elementary School serves the northeast part of Daytona Beach, FL, encompassing an area of approximately 7.6 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 8.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
R. J. Longstreet Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
R. J. Longstreet Elementary School's student population of 342 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
342 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1954
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
R. J. Longstreet 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 R. J. Longstreet Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#1262 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Cardinal Red and White
School Mascot
Cardinals
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is R. J. Longstreet Elementary School's ranking?
R. J. Longstreet Elementary School is ranked #1262 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are R. J. Longstreet Elementary School often compared to?
R. J. Longstreet Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sweetwater Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% 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 R. J. Longstreet Elementary School?
342 students attend R. J. Longstreet Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of R. J. Longstreet Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of R. J. Longstreet Elementary School?
R. J. Longstreet Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does R. J. Longstreet Elementary School offer ?
R. J. Longstreet Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is R. J. Longstreet Elementary School part of?
R. J. Longstreet Elementary School is part of Volusia School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School for Students
May 26, 2027 (Wednesday)
Last Day of School for Teachers
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
My kids went here and one of them was crying because she does not want to go to middle school. She said "I do not want to go. I will miss this school mostly Ms. Krueger (her 4th and 5th grade teacher)". This school is the best school.
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