Serving 901 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Thunderbolt Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher 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 35% 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: 901 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thunderbolt 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Thunderbolt Elementary School's student population of 901 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
901 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thunderbolt Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thunderbolt Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#378 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
13%
37%
Black
11%
21%
White
65%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thunderbolt Elementary School's ranking?
Thunderbolt Elementary School is ranked #378 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Thunderbolt Elementary School often compared to?
Thunderbolt Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fleming Island Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Thunderbolt Elementary School?
901 students attend Thunderbolt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Thunderbolt Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thunderbolt Elementary School?
Thunderbolt Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Thunderbolt Elementary School offer ?
Thunderbolt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Thunderbolt Elementary School part of?
Thunderbolt Elementary School is part of Clay School District.
School Reviews
3 1/5/2019
I am the grandparent of two wonderful kids that attend here the school is a great school But there is still bulling my poor granddaughter is so depressed and cry`s a lot there bulking her I`m so worried about her God bless these kids and keep them safe A very concerned grandparent
5 12/5/2010
My son has been in Thunderbolt since kindergarten and is now a 3rd grader. He has had such great teachers and enjoyed all the extra cirriculars that the school offers. Parents are encouraged to be involved and they have gifted classes for those kids who need to be challenged. I hate that we have to leave.
2 12/2/2007
I am very happy with my 3rd grader academic process and her teacher is fantastic. I am not however happy with the way the 5th grade is being taught. I do not like my daughter having to do worksheets on her own during classtime. I feel everything in the classroom should be discussed. I am very disappointed in the extra curricular activities. There are very few after school activities. Most are before school, which I cannot get my kids there at that time. I've noticed the only extra activities that come home in their weekly folders cost money and are run usually through the YMCA. The extra help offered to struggling kids in absolutely horrible and again the help is before school. If you are not failing then you don't receive extra help. I am spending 4400.00 which I took out a loan for to get the help my daughter needs through Sylvan. She has improved since she'sbeen going, but the next 4400.00 will be due soon and I really don't have it. I have tried going through the school channels to get her into some form of help, but they really don't care, as long as she does well on the FCAT.
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