Serving 512 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Zolfo Springs 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 50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 64% 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: 512 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Zolfo Springs Elementary School serves the southeast part of its school district in Zolfo Springs, FL, covering an extensive area of approximately 453 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive time of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being about 11.5 miles and the furthest edge located 19.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Zolfo Springs Elementary School's student population of 512 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
512 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Hustle. Heart. ZSE.
School Rankings
Zolfo Springs 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 Zolfo Springs Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#1639 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
60%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
36%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 Zolfo Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Zolfo Springs Elementary School is ranked #1639 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Zolfo Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Zolfo Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wauchula Elementary School, Hilltop Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Zolfo Springs Elementary School?
512 students attend Zolfo Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Zolfo Springs Elementary School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Zolfo Springs Elementary School?
Zolfo Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Zolfo Springs Elementary School offer ?
Zolfo Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Zolfo Springs Elementary School part of?
Zolfo Springs Elementary School is part of Hardee School District.
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