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#371 of 3,778 schools in FL

Top 10% in state

Edgewater Public School

Elementary School · VOLUSIA

801 S OLD COUNTY RD, Edgewater, FL 32132

Enrollment

456

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

8.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#371 of 3,778

In Edgewater

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#6 of 80

VOLUSIA

Academic growth

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Edgewater Public School

8.7/10

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

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About Edgewater Public School

Edgewater Public School is a public elementary school in Edgewater, FL, part of VOLUSIA. Edgewater Public School serves approximately 456 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Edgewater Public School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #371 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Edgewater Public School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares2.1 pts above district
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.6
  • FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

32% of students at Edgewater Public 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 Progress9.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change+0.16 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics8.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency66.3% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59.3% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg+5.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.1 pts
Overall Proficiency63% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected+16.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile78th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,727
Chronic Absenteeism32%

Edgewater Public School — Students at Edgewater Public School score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

61.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 59.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 53.2% (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
67%
ELA
71%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
50%
ELA
51%
2012
Math
46%
ELA
48%
2013
ELA
46%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
41%
2015
Math
51%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
54%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
60%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
49%
2019
Math
56%
ELA
49%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
65.8%
ELA
55.6%
2024
Math
66.3%
ELA
59.3%

* 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: 9.1/10.

How Edgewater Public School Compares

See how Edgewater Public School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.7/10
90th percentile in FL
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
9.1/10
Excellent
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
62%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.0%

Location

801 S OLD COUNTY RD, Edgewater, FL 32132

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Edgewater Public School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CORONADO BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby New Smyrna Beach), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CHISHOLM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby New Smyrna Beach), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CYPRESS CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby Port Orange), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Edgewater, see our Edgewater schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.8 mi
School Distance Rating
DISCOVERY DAYS INSTITUTE OF LEARNING Edgewater 0.8 mi 7.5
LITTLE EXPLORERS MONTESSORI Edgewater 1.1 mi
NEW SMYRNA BEACH MIDDLE SCHOOL New Smyrna Beach 1.7 mi 6.0
READ-PATTILLO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Smyrna Beach 2.0 mi 6.8
NEW SMYRNA BEACH HIGH SCHOOL New Smyrna Beach 1.9 mi 5.2
CORONADO BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Smyrna Beach 2.1 mi 9.2
INDIAN RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Edgewater 2.8 mi 8.3
UPWARD TREND ACADEMY New Smyrna 2.9 mi
BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY New Smyrna Beach 3.2 mi
CHISHOLM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Smyrna Beach 3.5 mi 8.9
SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL New Smyrna Beach 4.2 mi 6.5
CREATIVE PATHWAYS PREPARATORY ACADEMY Edgewater 5.2 mi 5.5
BURNS SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY CHARTER SCHOOL Oak Hill 9.1 mi 6.7
SPACE COAST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY New Smyrna Beach 9.0 mi
SAMSULA ACADEMY New Smyrna Beach 9.1 mi 7.5
CYPRESS CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Orange 10.0 mi 8.4
SPRUCE CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Orange 10.3 mi 8.1
MOUNT CALVARY ACADEMY Daytona Beach 10.2 mi 5.4
CREEKSIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL Port Orange 9.9 mi 7.3
SPRUCE CREEK HIGH SCHOOL Port Orange 10.8 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 32132 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,860

Median Home Value

$234,900

Median Rent

$1,316/mo

Population

8,132

College Educated

19.2%

Homeownership

83.5%

Avg Commute

21.5 min

Poverty Rate

16.9%

Median Age

57

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School Rating
BAUDER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seminole, FL 8.7
ENTERPRISE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cocoa, FL 8.7
GLENDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vero Beach, FL 8.7
HIGH POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clearwater, FL 8.7
JANE S. ROBERTS K-8 CENTER Miami, FL 8.7
LAKE ST. GEORGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm Harbor, FL 8.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Edgewater Public School

What grades does Edgewater Public School serve?

Edgewater Public School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Edgewater Public School?

Edgewater Public School has an enrollment of approximately 456 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Edgewater Public School?

The student-teacher ratio at Edgewater Public School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Edgewater Public School rank in FL?

Edgewater Public School ranks #371 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Edgewater Public School's MySchoolScout rating?

Edgewater Public School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Edgewater Public School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Edgewater Public School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Edgewater Public School a charter school?

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

Is Edgewater Public School a Title I school?

No, Edgewater Public School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Edgewater Public School?

61.8% of students at Edgewater Public 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
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
456
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
61.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Volusia County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.0%

District

VOLUSIA
District Enrollment
62,742
Schools in District
89
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,727
District Rank
#6 of 80

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