Serving 967 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Suncoast 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 59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% 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: 967 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Suncoast Elementary School serves the southwest part of Spring Hill, FL, covering an area of approximately 9.7 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Suncoast Elementary School's student population of 967 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
967 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Suncoast 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 Suncoast Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#1257 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
37%
38%
Black
6%
21%
White
49%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Suncoast Elementary School's ranking?
Suncoast Elementary School is ranked #1257 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Suncoast Elementary School often compared to?
Suncoast Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spring Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Suncoast Elementary School?
967 students attend Suncoast Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Suncoast Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Suncoast Elementary School?
Suncoast Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Suncoast Elementary School offer ?
Suncoast Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Suncoast Elementary School part of?
Suncoast Elementary School is part of Hernando School District.
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