Serving 600 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Suntree Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 600 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Suntree Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Suntree Elementary School's student population of 600 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
600 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Suntree Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Suntree Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#167 out of 3704 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
8%
37%
Black
6%
21%
White
73%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
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 Suntree Elementary School's ranking?
Suntree Elementary School is ranked #167 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Suntree Elementary School often compared to?
Suntree Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Quest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Suntree Elementary School?
600 students attend Suntree Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Suntree Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Suntree Elementary School?
Suntree Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Suntree Elementary School offer ?
Suntree Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Suntree Elementary School part of?
Suntree Elementary School is part of Brevard School District.
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