Serving 610 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Vero Beach Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (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 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 610 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vero Beach Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Vero Beach Elementary School's student population of 610 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
610 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
2021
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Vero Beach 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 Vero Beach Elementary School is 0.74, which is more 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
#2118 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
29%
37%
Black
24%
21%
White
35%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vero Beach Elementary School's ranking?
Vero Beach Elementary School is ranked #2118 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Vero Beach Elementary School often compared to?
Vero Beach Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Citrus Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Vero Beach Elementary School?
610 students attend Vero Beach Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Vero Beach Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vero Beach Elementary School?
Vero Beach Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Vero Beach Elementary School offer ?
Vero Beach Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vero Beach Elementary School part of?
Vero Beach Elementary School is part of Indian River School District.
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