Serving 407 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Turie T. Small 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 29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Turie T. Small Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Turie T. Small Elementary School's student population of 407 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
407 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Turie T. Small 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 Turie T. Small Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#3351 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
52%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
52%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%

Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%

Hispanic
14%
37%

Black
69%
21%

White
8%
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
89%
47%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Turie T. Small Elementary School's ranking?
Turie T. Small Elementary School is ranked #3351 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Turie T. Small Elementary School often compared to?
Turie T. Small Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Daytona Elementary School, Westside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Turie T. Small Elementary School?
407 students attend Turie T. Small Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Turie T. Small Elementary School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Turie T. Small Elementary School?
Turie T. Small Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Turie T. Small Elementary School offer ?
Turie T. Small Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Turie T. Small Elementary School part of?
Turie T. Small Elementary School is part of Volusia School District.
In what neighborhood is Turie T. Small Elementary School located?
Turie T. Small Elementary School is located in the South Cedar Park neighborhood of Daytona Beach, FL.
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