Serving 529 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, University Park 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 41% (which is lower 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 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 529 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
University Park Elementary School's student population of 529 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
529 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1959
School Motto
TO SERVE EVERY STUDENT WITH EXCELLENCE AS THE STANDARD
School Rankings
University Park 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 University Park Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#2483 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
13%
38%
Black
40%
21%
White
37%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pandas
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University Park Elementary School's ranking?
University Park Elementary School is ranked #2483 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% 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 University Park Elementary School?
529 students attend University Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of University Park Elementary School students are Black, 37% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of University Park Elementary School?
University Park Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does University Park Elementary School offer ?
University Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is University Park Elementary School part of?
University Park Elementary School is part of Brevard School District.
In what neighborhood is University Park Elementary School located?
University Park Elementary School is located in the University Park neighborhood of Melbourne, FL.
School Calendar
View the University Park Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of School for Students - First 9-weeks begins
August 10, 2026 (Monday)
First day of Kindergarten
August 13, 2026 (Thursday)
First Day of Pre-K
August 17, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
Do not send your child to this school. The teachers and staff are all either strict disciplinarians, or completely lax. They are more focused on teaching your child to say sir and mam, than teaching them actual subjects. As a result, most of the students are horrible bullies when the teacher isn't looking. If the students talk above a whisper during lunch, they all lose talking privileges. Absolute nightmare of a school that I suffered for 6 years. Send your child anywhere else.
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