Serving 544 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Mcrae Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 72% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcrae Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Mcrae Elementary School's student population of 544 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
544 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mcrae Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcrae Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#690 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
38%
Black
2%
21%
White
87%
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
58%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcrae Elementary School's ranking?
Mcrae Elementary School is ranked #690 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Mcrae Elementary School often compared to?
Mcrae Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Keystone Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Mcrae Elementary School?
544 students attend Mcrae Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Mcrae Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcrae Elementary School?
Mcrae Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mcrae Elementary School offer ?
Mcrae Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcrae Elementary School part of?
Mcrae Elementary School is part of Clay School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I think McRae is an awesome School. My child has been going there since Pre-Kindergarden. Everyone knows him and he knows them. We both love the school, Teachers and the Principal Me.Dooley. Keep up the great work that all of you are doing.
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