Serving 444 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Spessard L. Holland Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spessard L. Holland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Spessard L. Holland Elementary School's student population of 444 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
444 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Spessard L. Holland Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spessard L. Holland Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#186 out of 3655 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
12%
36%
Black
6%
21%
White
73%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spessard L. Holland Elementary School's ranking?
Spessard L. Holland Elementary School is ranked #186 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Spessard L. Holland Elementary School often compared to?
Spessard L. Holland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sea Park Elementary School, Surfside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Spessard L. Holland Elementary School?
444 students attend Spessard L. Holland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Spessard L. Holland Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spessard L. Holland Elementary School?
Spessard L. Holland Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Spessard L. Holland Elementary School offer ?
Spessard L. Holland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Spessard L. Holland Elementary School part of?
Spessard L. Holland Elementary School is part of Brevard School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
School Reviews
5 8/5/2022
Holland is an amazing school. We are out of area and are so glad we got into a school that treats you like family. We love the teachers and high academic standards. They have phenomenal programs for the students and create a love of learning. The staff is loving, caring and cares for each and every student (and parent).
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