Serving 369 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Read-pattillo 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 55-59% (which is higher 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 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: READ-PATTILLO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL serves the eastern part of New Smyrna Beach, FL, covering an attendance area of approximately 15.2 square miles. Families typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Read-pattillo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Read-pattillo Elementary School's student population of 369 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
369 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Read-pattillo 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 Read-pattillo Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#1240 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Hispanic
8%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
13%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
70%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Read-pattillo Elementary School's ranking?
Read-pattillo Elementary School is ranked #1240 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Read-pattillo Elementary School often compared to?
Read-pattillo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chisholm Elementary School, Edgewater Public School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% 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 Read-pattillo Elementary School?
369 students attend Read-pattillo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Read-pattillo Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Read-pattillo Elementary School?
Read-pattillo Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Read-pattillo Elementary School offer ?
Read-pattillo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Read-pattillo Elementary School part of?
Read-pattillo Elementary School is part of Volusia School District.
In what neighborhood is Read-pattillo Elementary School located?
Read-pattillo Elementary School is located in the Bungalow Court neighborhood of New Smyrna Beach, FL.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School for Students
May 26, 2027 (Wednesday)
Last Day of School for Teachers
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
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