Below Average
#3012 of 3,778 schools in FL
John F. Turner Senior Elementary School
Elementary School · BREVARD
3175 JUPITER BLVD SE, Palm Bay, FL 32909
Enrollment
577
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
577
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,012 of 3,778
In Palm Bay
#17 of 20
public schools
In district
#83 of 105
BREVARD
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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John F. Turner Senior Elementary School
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About John F. Turner Senior Elementary School
John F. Turner Senior Elementary School is a public elementary school in Palm Bay, FL, part of BREVARD. John F.
Turner Senior Elementary School serves approximately 577 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. John F. Turner Senior Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,012 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for John F. Turner Senior Elementary School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 6.6
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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John F. Turner Senior Elementary School — Students at John F. Turner Senior Elementary School score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.2%
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: 3.6/10.
How John F. Turner Senior Elementary School Compares
See how John F. Turner Senior 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
3175 JUPITER BLVD SE, Palm Bay, FL 32909
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John F. Turner Senior Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ODYSSEY PREPARATORY CHARTER ACADEMY (rated 8.6/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PINEAPPLE COVE CLASSICAL ACADEMY AT LOCKMAR (rated 8.1/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IMAGINE SCHOOLS AT WEST MELBOURNE (rated 7.9/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby West Melbourne), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Palm Bay, see our Palm Bay schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32909 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,708
Median Home Value
$261,400
Median Rent
$1,502/mo
Population
39,611
College Educated
22.7%
Homeownership
83.2%
Avg Commute
28.4 min
Poverty Rate
13%
Median Age
37.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John F. Turner Senior Elementary School
What grades does John F. Turner Senior Elementary School serve?
John F. Turner Senior Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend John F. Turner Senior Elementary School?
John F. Turner Senior Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 577 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John F. Turner Senior Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at John F. Turner Senior Elementary School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John F. Turner Senior Elementary School rank in FL?
John F. Turner Senior Elementary School ranks #3,012 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is John F. Turner Senior Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
John F. Turner Senior Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 John F. Turner Senior Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John F. Turner Senior Elementary School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is John F. Turner Senior Elementary School a charter school?
No, John F. Turner Senior Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John F. Turner Senior Elementary School a Title I school?
No, John F. Turner Senior Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John F. Turner Senior Elementary School?
69.2% of students at John F. Turner Senior 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 577
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Brevard County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.7%
- Phone
- (321) 676-5700
Resources & Links
District
BREVARD- District Enrollment
- 73,810
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,100
- District Rank
- #83 of 105
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