Excellent
#447 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 12% in state
Bessey Creek Elementary School
Elementary School · MARTIN
2201 SW MATHESON AVE, Palm City, FL 34990
Enrollment
563
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
563
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#447 of 3,778
In Palm City
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 27
MARTIN
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Bessey Creek Elementary School
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About Bessey Creek Elementary School
Bessey Creek Elementary School is a public elementary school in Palm City, FL, part of MARTIN. Bessey Creek Elementary School serves approximately 563 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Bessey Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #447 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Bessey Creek Elementary School show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 6.7
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Bessey Creek Elementary School — Students at Bessey Creek Elementary School score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
25.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.8/10.
How Bessey Creek Elementary School Compares
See how Bessey Creek Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2201 SW MATHESON AVE, Palm City, FL 34990
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bessey Creek Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JENSEN BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Jensen Beach), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PALM CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CITRUS GROVE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.0/10, 2.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Palm City, see our Palm City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PALM CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm City | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| HIDDEN OAKS MIDDLE SCHOOL Palm City | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| BRIDGES MONTESSORI Stuart | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| MARTIN COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Stuart | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| THE HOPE CHARTER CENTER FOR AUTISM Stuart | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| STUART MIDDLE SCHOOL Stuart | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| SPECTRUM ACADEMY Stuart | 2.3 mi | 4.2 |
| ESE HOMEBOUND Stuart | 2.4 mi | — |
| MARTIN S.A.I.L.S Stuart | 2.4 mi | — |
| THE OAKS CLASSICAL ACADEMY Stuart | 2.5 mi | — |
| CITRUS GROVE ELEMENTARY Palm City | 2.5 mi | 8.0 |
| J. D. PARKER SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY Stuart | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Stuart | 2.9 mi | 7.4 |
| FELIX A WILLIAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Stuart | 3.4 mi | 7.6 |
| WILLOUGHBY LEARNING CENTER Stuart | 3.7 mi | 4.5 |
| PINEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Stuart | 3.8 mi | 5.7 |
| REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Stuart | 3.7 mi | 5.5 |
| JENSEN BEACH HIGH SCHOOL Jensen Beach | 4.3 mi | 6.1 |
| DR. DAVID L. ANDERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Stuart | 4.7 mi | 4.7 |
| JENSEN BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jensen Beach | 4.7 mi | 9.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34990 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$120,407
Median Home Value
$558,300
Median Rent
$1,958/mo
Population
29,874
College Educated
48.5%
Homeownership
89.9%
Avg Commute
28.3 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
51
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bessey Creek Elementary School
What grades does Bessey Creek Elementary School serve?
Bessey Creek Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Bessey Creek Elementary School?
Bessey Creek Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 563 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bessey Creek Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bessey Creek Elementary School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bessey Creek Elementary School rank in FL?
Bessey Creek Elementary School ranks #447 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Bessey Creek Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bessey Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Bessey Creek Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bessey Creek Elementary School has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Bessey Creek Elementary School a charter school?
No, Bessey Creek Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bessey Creek Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Bessey Creek Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bessey Creek Elementary School?
25.9% of students at Bessey Creek Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 563
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 25.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Martin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.7%
- Phone
- (772) 219-1500
Resources & Links
District
MARTIN- District Enrollment
- 18,270
- Schools in District
- 35
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,838
- District Rank
- #2 of 27
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