Serving 753 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Veterans Memorial 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 85% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (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 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 753 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Veterans Memorial 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
Veterans Memorial Elementary School's student population of 753 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
753 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Veterans Memorial Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Veterans Memorial 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
#144 out of 3704 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
23%
37%
Black
4%
21%
White
67%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
3%
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 Veterans Memorial Elementary School's ranking?
Veterans Memorial Elementary School is ranked #144 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Veterans Memorial Elementary School often compared to?
Veterans Memorial Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laurel Oak Elementary School, Naples Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Veterans Memorial Elementary School?
753 students attend Veterans Memorial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Veterans Memorial Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Veterans Memorial Elementary School?
Veterans Memorial Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Veterans Memorial Elementary School offer ?
Veterans Memorial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Veterans Memorial Elementary School part of?
Veterans Memorial Elementary School is part of Collier School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School for Students
August 11, 2025 (Monday)
Fall Break - No School for Students and Staff
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School
March 09, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day for Students / Early Dismissal
May 29, 2026 (Friday)
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