Serving 585 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Suntree Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 84% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 585 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Suntree Elementary School serves the southeast part of Melbourne, FL, covering an area of approximately 5.3 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.8 miles to the school from the zone's edge and a maximum of 2.4 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Suntree Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Suntree Elementary School's student population of 585 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
585 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
TO SERVE EVERY STUDENT WITH EXCELLENCE AS THE STANDARD
School Rankings
Suntree Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Suntree Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#133 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Suntree Elementary School's ranking?
Suntree Elementary School is ranked #133 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Suntree Elementary School often compared to?
Suntree Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Quest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Suntree Elementary School?
585 students attend Suntree Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Suntree Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Suntree Elementary School?
Suntree Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Suntree Elementary School offer ?
Suntree Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Suntree Elementary School part of?
Suntree Elementary School is part of Brevard School District.
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