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Eastside Elementary School

Elementary School · HENDRY

201 ARROYO AVE, Clewiston, FL 33440

Enrollment

552

Student-Teacher

19.7:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#2,160 of 3,778

In Clewiston

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#3 of 12

HENDRY

Equity

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Eastside Elementary School

5.9/10

Elementary School in Clewiston · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.5/10

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8.1/10

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About Eastside Elementary School

Eastside Elementary School is a public elementary school in Clewiston, FL, part of HENDRY. Eastside Elementary School serves approximately 552 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Eastside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,160 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Eastside Elementary School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

32% of students at Eastside 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.14 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency63% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49.3% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg+2.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.9 pts
Overall Proficiency56% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected+20.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
Resources & Environment4.2Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,346
Chronic Absenteeism31.9%

Eastside Elementary School — Students at Eastside Elementary School score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

87.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 56.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 48.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.2% (2024 FAST)

Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
68%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
70%
ELA
66%
2011
Math
58%
ELA
60%
2012
Math
66%
ELA
53%
2013
ELA
51%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
50%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
41%
ELA
40%
2017
Math
59%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
60%
ELA
43%
2019
Math
60%
ELA
43%
2020*
Math
46%
ELA
39%
2021*
Math
46%
ELA
39%
2022
Math
47.1%
ELA
40.6%
2024
Math
63%
ELA
49.3%

* 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: 5.1/10.

How Eastside Elementary School Compares

See how Eastside Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
43th percentile in FL
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
4.2/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
88%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

201 ARROYO AVE, Clewiston, FL 33440

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Eastside Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PIONEER PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 16.7 miles away, in nearby Belle Glade), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ROSENWALD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 14.1 miles away, in nearby South Bay), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Clewiston, see our Clewiston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 17.1 mi
School Distance Rating
WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clewiston 0.1 mi 6.5
CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clewiston 0.2 mi 8.1
CLEWISTON HIGH SCHOOL Clewiston 0.6 mi 3.8
CLEWISTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Clewiston 0.9 mi 5.7
CLEWISTON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Clewiston 1.1 mi 6.7
MOORE HAVEN MIDDLE HIGH SCHOOL. Moore Haven 11.9 mi 4.4
MOORE HAVEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Moore Haven 12.0 mi 4.0
AGAPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Moore Haven 12.8 mi 7.4
MONTURA EARLY LEARNING CENTER Clewiston 13.1 mi 4.7
ROSENWALD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South Bay 14.1 mi 7.8
HILLSIDE ACADEMY Belade 14.4 mi
GLADE VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Belle Glade 16.2 mi 5.2
THE SHEPHERD S SCHOOL Pahokee 16.3 mi 7.7
CROSSROADS ACADEMY Belle Glade 16.3 mi 6.4
GLADES CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Belle Glade 16.5 mi 5.7
BELLE GLADE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Belle Glade 16.4 mi 6.7
LAKE SHORE MIDDLE SCHOOL Belle Glade 16.5 mi 6.7
PIONEER PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Belle Glade 16.7 mi 8.0
EDUCATIONAL SERVICES PROGRAM-WEST Belle Glade 16.7 mi
GLADES DAY SCHOOL Belle Glade 17.1 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33440 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,559

Median Home Value

$159,900

Median Rent

$898/mo

Population

21,119

College Educated

10.7%

Homeownership

71.8%

Avg Commute

26.7 min

Poverty Rate

21.5%

Median Age

38.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Eastside Elementary School

What grades does Eastside Elementary School serve?

Eastside Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Eastside Elementary School?

Eastside Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 552 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Eastside Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Eastside Elementary School is 19.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Eastside Elementary School rank in FL?

Eastside Elementary School ranks #2,160 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Eastside Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Eastside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Eastside Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Eastside Elementary School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Eastside Elementary School a charter school?

No, Eastside Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Eastside Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Eastside Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Eastside Elementary School?

87.7% of students at Eastside 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
36 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
552
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
87.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Hendry County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.9%

District

HENDRY
District Enrollment
13,406
Schools in District
15
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,346
District Rank
#3 of 12

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