Serving 477 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Volusia Pines Elementary School ranks in the top 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 58% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Volusia Pines Elementary School serves the southwest part of Lake Helen, FL, covering an attendance area of approximately 38.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Volusia Pines Elementary School's student population of 477 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
477 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
School Rankings
Volusia Pines Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Volusia Pines Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#1492 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Hispanic
35%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
14%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
White
46%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Volusia Pines Elementary School's ranking?
Volusia Pines Elementary School is ranked #1492 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Volusia Pines Elementary School often compared to?
Volusia Pines Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ivy Hawn Charter School Of The Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Volusia Pines Elementary School?
477 students attend Volusia Pines Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Volusia Pines Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Volusia Pines Elementary School?
Volusia Pines Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Volusia Pines Elementary School offer ?
Volusia Pines Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Volusia Pines Elementary School part of?
Volusia Pines Elementary School is part of Volusia School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School for Students
May 26, 2027 (Wednesday)
Last Day of School for Teachers
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
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