Serving 493 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Sabal 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 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 493 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sabal Elementary School serves the southern part of Melbourne, FL, covering an area of approximately 39.3 square miles. Most families live within a 10-12 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 12 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sabal Elementary School's student population of 493 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
493 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Motto
TO SERVE EVERY STUDENT WITH EXCELLENCE AS THE STANDARD
School Rankings
Sabal 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 Sabal Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#2586 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
31%
38%
Black
9%
21%
White
47%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sabal Elementary School's ranking?
Sabal Elementary School is ranked #2586 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Sabal Elementary School often compared to?
Sabal Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Croton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Sabal Elementary School?
493 students attend Sabal Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Sabal Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sabal Elementary School?
Sabal Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sabal Elementary School offer ?
Sabal Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sabal Elementary School part of?
Sabal Elementary School is part of Brevard School District.
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