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8.7 avg / 10

Best Schools in Melrose, Florida

1 schools · 1 Elementary

Public: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 8.7/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
8.7/10

100% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$66,540

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$206,000

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
30%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
27 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
89%

Of occupied housing units

How Melrose compares

Median household income

$67k

89% of Florida median

About Schools in Melrose, Florida

Melrose, Florida is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.

With an average rating of 8.7 out of 10, schools in Melrose perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Melrose is Melrose Elementary School with a composite score of 8.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Melrose is served by 1 school district: PUTNAM. These districts collectively serve 10,178 students.

Melrose's community shows 30% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $66,540. The poverty rate in the area is 11.3%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
MELROSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
368 students · Pre-K–6th 		8.7

Schools in Melrose

Melrose, Florida · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$66,540

Median Home Value

$206,000

Median Rent

$519/mo

Population

5,542

College Educated

30%

Homeownership

89%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

11.3%

Community Profile

Melrose has a median household income of $66,540. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $206,000, with a median rent of $519/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.3%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
Florida
Total Schools
1
Elementary
1
Districts
1
Avg Rating
8.7/10

Resources

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School District

PUTNAM

19 schools · 10,178 students

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Melrose, Florida

How many schools are in Melrose, Florida?

Melrose has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Melrose, Florida?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Melrose is 8.7 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Melrose, Florida?

The top-ranked school in Melrose on MySchoolScout is Melrose Elementary School with a composite score of 8.7/10.

What is the best elementary school in Melrose, Florida?

The top-ranked elementary school in Melrose on MySchoolScout is Melrose Elementary School with a composite score of 8.7/10.

How many school districts serve Melrose, Florida?

Melrose is served by 1 school district: Putnam.

What is the education level in Melrose, Florida?

According to Census data, 30% of adults in Melrose have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Melrose, Florida?

The median household income in Melrose is approximately $66,540 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Melrose, Florida?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Melrose is 16.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Melrose, Florida?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Florida Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.