Serving 558 students in grades Kindergarten-6, William D. Moseley Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 558 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: William D. Moseley Elementary School serves the eastern part of Palatka, FL, covering an area of approximately 15 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
William D. Moseley Elementary School's student population of 558 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
558 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
William D. Moseley 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 William D. Moseley Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#3144 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
55%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
25%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)75.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William D. Moseley Elementary School's ranking?
William D. Moseley Elementary School is ranked #3144 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are William D. Moseley Elementary School often compared to?
William D. Moseley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kelley Smith Elementary School, The Children's Reading Center, Putnam Academy Of Arts And Sciences by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend William D. Moseley Elementary School?
558 students attend William D. Moseley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of William D. Moseley Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William D. Moseley Elementary School?
William D. Moseley Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does William D. Moseley Elementary School offer ?
William D. Moseley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is William D. Moseley Elementary School part of?
William D. Moseley Elementary School is part of Putnam School District.
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