Serving 914 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Van R. Butler Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (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 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 914 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: VAN R. BUTLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Santa Rosa Beach, FL, covering approximately 1,239.6 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 28.3 miles to the nearest edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 45.7 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Van R. Butler Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Van R. Butler Elementary School's student population of 914 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
914 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Becoming Empowered Adventurous Resilient Scholars
School Rankings
Van R. Butler Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Van R. Butler Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#402 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
68%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Home of the Bears
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Van R. Butler Elementary School's ranking?
Van R. Butler Elementary School is ranked #402 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Van R. Butler Elementary School often compared to?
Van R. Butler Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dune Lakes Elementary School, Freeport Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Van R. Butler Elementary School?
914 students attend Van R. Butler Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Van R. Butler Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Van R. Butler Elementary School?
Van R. Butler Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Van R. Butler Elementary School offer ?
Van R. Butler Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Van R. Butler Elementary School part of?
Van R. Butler Elementary School is part of Walton School District.
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