Serving 779 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South Daytona 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 41% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 779 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Daytona Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
South Daytona Elementary School's student population of 779 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
779 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Daytona 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 South Daytona Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#2588 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
12%
37%
Black
29%
21%
White
46%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
49%
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 South Daytona Elementary School's ranking?
South Daytona Elementary School is ranked #2588 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are South Daytona Elementary School often compared to?
South Daytona Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Turie T. Small Elementary School, Sugar Mill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend South Daytona Elementary School?
779 students attend South Daytona Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of South Daytona Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Daytona Elementary School?
South Daytona Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Daytona Elementary School offer ?
South Daytona Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is South Daytona Elementary School part of?
South Daytona Elementary School is part of Volusia School District.
In what neighborhood is South Daytona Elementary School located?
South Daytona Elementary School is located in the Ganymede neighborhood of Daytona Beach, FL.
School Reviews
5 11/9/2010
school is wonderful, teachers are very caring , and they treat the students great!
2 4/20/2010
Staff is rude. School is dirty, white trash!
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