Serving 771 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Spruce Creek 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 71% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% 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: 771 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spruce Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Spruce Creek Elementary School's student population of 771 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
771 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Spruce Creek 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 Spruce Creek Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#843 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
14%
37%
Black
7%
21%
White
69%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spruce Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Spruce Creek Elementary School is ranked #843 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Spruce Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Spruce Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sweetwater Elementary School, Cypress Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Spruce Creek Elementary School?
771 students attend Spruce Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Spruce Creek Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spruce Creek Elementary School?
Spruce Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Spruce Creek Elementary School offer ?
Spruce Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Spruce Creek Elementary School part of?
Spruce Creek Elementary School is part of Volusia School District.
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