Serving 312 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sebastian 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than 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 49% 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: 312 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sebastian Elementary School serves the northeast part of its school district in Sebastian, FL, covering an area of approximately 13.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sebastian Elementary School's student population of 312 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
312 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sebastian 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 Sebastian Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#1553 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
22%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
19%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
51%
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)34.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Sebastian Elementary School's ranking?
Sebastian Elementary School is ranked #1553 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Sebastian Elementary School often compared to?
Sebastian Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Treasure Coast Elementary School, Pelican Island Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Sebastian Elementary School?
312 students attend Sebastian Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Sebastian Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sebastian Elementary School?
Sebastian Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sebastian Elementary School offer ?
Sebastian Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sebastian Elementary School part of?
Sebastian Elementary School is part of Indian River School District.
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