Serving 747 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Romeo 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 37% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 747 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Romeo Elementary School serves the west part of Dunnellon, FL, covering an attendance zone of approximately 63.6 square miles. Most students typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 10 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Romeo Elementary School's student population of 747 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
747 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Helping Every Student Succeed
School Rankings
Romeo 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 Romeo Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#2595 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
46%
38%
Black
6%
21%
White
43%
34%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Romeo Elementary School's ranking?
Romeo Elementary School is ranked #2595 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Romeo Elementary School often compared to?
Romeo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dunnellon 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 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Romeo Elementary School?
747 students attend Romeo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Romeo Elementary School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Romeo Elementary School?
Romeo Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Romeo Elementary School offer ?
Romeo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Romeo Elementary School part of?
Romeo Elementary School is part of Marion School District.
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