Serving 1,182 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Canoe Creek K-8 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 57% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,182 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Canoe Creek K-8's student population of 1,182 students has grown by 87% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
1,182 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Canoe Creek K-8 ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canoe Creek K-8 is 0.56, 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
#1241 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
57%
37%
Black
5%
21%
White
34%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canoe Creek K-8's ranking?
Canoe Creek K-8 is ranked #1241 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Canoe Creek K-8 often compared to?
Canoe Creek K-8is often viewed alongside schools like Harmony Community School, Hickory Tree Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Canoe Creek K-8?
1,182 students attend Canoe Creek K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Canoe Creek K-8 students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Canoe Creek K-8?
Canoe Creek K-8 has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Canoe Creek K-8 offer ?
Canoe Creek K-8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Canoe Creek K-8 part of?
Canoe Creek K-8 is part of Osceola School District.
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