Serving 858 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Calusa Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 77% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher 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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 858 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Calusa 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
Calusa Elementary School's student population of 858 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
858 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Year Founded
1909
School Motto
Educate. Affirm. Inspire.
School Rankings
Calusa Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Calusa 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
#188 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
18%
38%
Black
5%
21%
White
69%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
42%
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 Calusa Elementary School's ranking?
Calusa Elementary School is ranked #188 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Calusa Elementary School often compared to?
Calusa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Addison Mizner School, Waters Edge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Calusa Elementary School?
858 students attend Calusa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Calusa Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Calusa Elementary School?
Calusa Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Calusa Elementary School offer ?
Calusa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Calusa Elementary School part of?
Calusa Elementary School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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