Serving 536 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Mcrae Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 536 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcrae Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Mcrae Elementary School's student population of 536 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
536 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mcrae Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcrae Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#827 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
37%
Black
1%
21%
White
89%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
49%
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 Mcrae Elementary School's ranking?
Mcrae Elementary School is ranked #827 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Mcrae Elementary School often compared to?
Mcrae Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Keystone Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Mcrae Elementary School?
536 students attend Mcrae Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Mcrae Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mcrae Elementary School?
Mcrae Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mcrae Elementary School offer ?
Mcrae Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Mcrae Elementary School part of?
Mcrae Elementary School is part of Clay School District.
School Reviews
5 8/5/2013
I think McRae is an awesome School. My child has been going there since Pre-Kindergarden. Everyone knows him and he knows them. We both love the school, Teachers and the Principal Me.Dooley. Keep up the great work that all of you are doing.
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