Serving 513 students in grades Kindergarten-8, W. R. Tolar K-8 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 61% (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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: W. R. Tolar K-8 School serves the western part of the Bristol, FL school district, encompassing an area of approximately 527.6 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 29.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
W. R. Tolar K-8 School's student population of 513 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
513 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Learn it, Live it, Pass it on
School Rankings
W. R. Tolar K-8 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 W. R. Tolar K-8 School is 0.49, 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
#1417 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
14%
38%
Black
11%
21%
White
69%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is W. R. Tolar K-8 School's ranking?
W. R. Tolar K-8 School is ranked #1417 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% 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 W. R. Tolar K-8 School?
513 students attend W. R. Tolar K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of W. R. Tolar K-8 School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of W. R. Tolar K-8 School?
W. R. Tolar K-8 School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does W. R. Tolar K-8 School offer ?
W. R. Tolar K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is W. R. Tolar K-8 School part of?
W. R. Tolar K-8 School is part of Liberty School District.
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