Serving 524 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Peace River Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Peace River Elementary School's student population of 524 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
524 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Peace River 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 Peace River Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#2074 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
21%
37%
Black
15%
21%
White
52%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peace River Elementary School's ranking?
Peace River Elementary School is ranked #2074 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Peace River Elementary School often compared to?
Peace River Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sallie Jones Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Peace River Elementary School?
524 students attend Peace River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Peace River Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Peace River Elementary School?
Peace River Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Peace River Elementary School offer ?
Peace River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Peace River Elementary School part of?
Peace River Elementary School is part of Charlotte School District.
School Reviews
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