Serving 416 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Nocatee 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 36% (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 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nocatee Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Nocatee Elementary School's student population of 416 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
416 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nocatee Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nocatee Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#3112 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
63%
37%
Black
7%
21%
White
26%
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
77%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nocatee Elementary School's ranking?
Nocatee Elementary School is ranked #3112 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Nocatee Elementary School often compared to?
Nocatee Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Memorial Elementary School, West Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% 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 Nocatee Elementary School?
416 students attend Nocatee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Nocatee Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nocatee Elementary School?
Nocatee Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Nocatee Elementary School offer ?
Nocatee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Nocatee Elementary School part of?
Nocatee Elementary School is part of Desoto School District.
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