Below Average
#3299 of 3,778 schools in FL
Charles E. Bennett Elementary School
Elementary School · CLAY
1 S OAKRIDGE AVE, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043
Enrollment
574
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
574
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,299 of 3,778
In Green Cove Springs
#8 of 8
public schools
In district
#47 of 47
CLAY
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Charles E. Bennett Elementary School
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About Charles E. Bennett Elementary School
Charles E. Bennett Elementary School is a public elementary school in Green Cove Springs, FL, part of CLAY. Charles E.
Bennett Elementary School serves approximately 574 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Charles E. Bennett Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,299 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Charles E. Bennett Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 7.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
50% of students at Charles E. Bennett Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Charles E. Bennett Elementary School — Students at Charles E. Bennett Elementary School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 2.6/10.
How Charles E. Bennett Elementary School Compares
See how Charles E. Bennett 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
1 S OAKRIDGE AVE, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Charles E. Bennett Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROBERT M. PATERSON ELEMENTARY (rated 9.4/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Orange Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is THUNDERBOLT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Fleming Island), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SHADOWLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 7.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Green Cove Springs, see our Green Cove Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GREEN COVE SPRINGS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Green Cove Springs | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| R. C. BANNERMAN LEARNING CENTER Green Cove Springs | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| AMIKIDS CLAY COUNTY Green Cove Springs | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| CONTRACTED RESIDENTIAL SERVICES Green Cove Springs | 0.8 mi | — |
| AMIKIDS CLAY COUNTY Green Cove Springs | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| CLAY HIGH SCHOOL Green Cove Springs | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| CONGREGATIONAL HOLINESS CHURCH SCHOOL Green Cove Springs | 1.2 mi | — |
| SPRINGS ACADEMY INC. Green Cove Springs | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| SWITZERLAND POINT MIDDLE SCHOOL Saint Johns | 5.9 mi | 7.6 |
| HICKORY CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saint Johns | 6.1 mi | 7.8 |
| THUNDERBOLT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fleming Island | 6.7 mi | 9.1 |
| FLEMING ISLAND HIGH SCHOOL Orange Park | 6.8 mi | 6.8 |
| BARTRAM TRAIL HIGH SCHOOL Saint Johns | 6.5 mi | 7.5 |
| ROBERT M. PATERSON ELEMENTARY Orange Park | 7.6 mi | 9.4 |
| SAN JUAN DEL RIO CATHOLIC SCHOOL Saint Johns | 7.6 mi | 7.3 |
| ST JOHNS CLASSICAL ACADEMY Fleming Island | 7.9 mi | 4.9 |
| SHADOWLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Green Cove Springs | 7.1 mi | 9.0 |
| LAKE ASBURY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Green Cove Springs | 7.4 mi | 7.5 |
| SWIMMING PEN CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Middleburg | 8.1 mi | 7.1 |
| LAKE ASBURY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Green Cove Springs | 7.6 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32043 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,698
Median Home Value
$292,300
Median Rent
$1,370/mo
Population
33,592
College Educated
30.5%
Homeownership
81.7%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Median Age
41
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| FOSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 4.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Charles E. Bennett Elementary School
What grades does Charles E. Bennett Elementary School serve?
Charles E. Bennett Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Charles E. Bennett Elementary School?
Charles E. Bennett Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 574 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Charles E. Bennett Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Charles E. Bennett Elementary School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Charles E. Bennett Elementary School rank in FL?
Charles E. Bennett Elementary School ranks #3,299 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Charles E. Bennett Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Charles E. Bennett Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Charles E. Bennett Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Charles E. Bennett Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Charles E. Bennett Elementary School a charter school?
No, Charles E. Bennett Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Charles E. Bennett Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Charles E. Bennett Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Charles E. Bennett Elementary School?
76.7% of students at Charles E. Bennett 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 574
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Clay County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.7%
- Phone
- (904) 336-0475
Resources & Links
District
CLAY- District Enrollment
- 39,362
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,252
- District Rank
- #47 of 47
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