Serving 605 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, W. Melbourne Elementary School For Science 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 85% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 605 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
W. Melbourne Elementary School For Science 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
W. Melbourne Elementary School For Science's student population of 605 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
605 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
TO SERVE EVERY STUDENT WITH EXCELLENCE AS THE STANDARD
School Rankings
W. Melbourne Elementary School For Science ranks within the top 5% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of W. Melbourne Elementary School For Science is 0.59, 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
#81 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
3%
Hispanic
12%
38%
Black
7%
21%
White
61%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is W. Melbourne Elementary School For Science's ranking?
W. Melbourne Elementary School For Science is ranked #81 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
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 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend W. Melbourne Elementary School For Science?
605 students attend W. Melbourne Elementary School For Science.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of W. Melbourne Elementary School For Science students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of W. Melbourne Elementary School For Science?
W. Melbourne Elementary School For Science has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does W. Melbourne Elementary School For Science offer ?
W. Melbourne Elementary School For Science offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is W. Melbourne Elementary School For Science part of?
W. Melbourne Elementary School For Science is part of Brevard School District.
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