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#595 of 3,778 schools in FL

Top 16% in state

Keystone Heights Elementary

Elementary School · CLAY

335 SW PECAN ST, Keystone Heights, FL 32656

Enrollment

821

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#595 of 3,778

In Keystone Heights

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#8 of 47

CLAY

Academic growth

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Keystone Heights Elementary

8.2/10

Elementary School in Keystone Heights · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Keystone Heights Junior/senior High

6.4/10

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About Keystone Heights Elementary

Keystone Heights Elementary is a public elementary school in Keystone Heights, FL, part of CLAY. Keystone Heights Elementary serves approximately 821 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Keystone Heights Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #595 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Keystone Heights Elementary show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.2
  • FL avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.09 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency64% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.8% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg+3.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.5 pts
Overall Proficiency58% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected+12.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,252
Chronic Absenteeism28.3%

Keystone Heights Elementary — Students at Keystone Heights Elementary score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

64.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 67.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
57.5% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 62.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 FAST)

Based on 36 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
58%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
64%
2013
Math
51%
ELA
63%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
56%
2015
Math
63%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
71%
ELA
66%
2017
Math
78%
ELA
66%
2018
Math
79%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
79%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
77%
ELA
70%
2021*
Math
77%
ELA
70%
2022
Math
69.9%
ELA
55.6%
2024
Math
64%
ELA
51.8%

* 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: 8.7/10.

How Keystone Heights Elementary Compares

See how Keystone Heights Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.2/10
84th percentile in FL
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
64%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
55 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.3%

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

335 SW PECAN ST, Keystone Heights, FL 32656

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Keystone Heights Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MCRAE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 7.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is STARKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 12.9 miles away, in nearby Starke), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MELROSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Melrose), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Keystone Heights, see our Keystone Heights schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.6 mi
School Distance Rating
KEYSTONE HEIGHTS JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH Keystone Heights 0.2 mi 6.4
HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Starke 4.5 mi 5.3
MELROSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Melrose 4.9 mi 7.2
MCRAE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Keystone Heights 7.4 mi 8.8
OCHWILLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hawthorne 10.3 mi 3.6
BRADFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Starke 11.1 mi 6.6
FLORIDA YOUTH CHALLENGE ACADEMY Starke 11.8 mi
PROVIDENCE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY INC Starke 11.9 mi 6.6
BRADFORD HIGH SCHOOL Starke 12.5 mi 4.5
BRADFORD VIRTUAL FRANCHISE WITH FLVS Starke 12.7 mi
BRADFORD VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM (DISTRICT PROVIDED) Starke 12.7 mi
BRADFORD MIDDLE SCHOOL Starke 12.8 mi 5.6
STARKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Starke 12.9 mi 7.4
CHESTER SHELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hawthorne 13.2 mi 5.3
HAWTHORNE MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL Hawthorne 13.5 mi 5.8
Q.I. ROBERTS JR. - SR. HIGH SCHOOL Florahome 12.0 mi 8.2
INTERLACHEN JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL Interlachen 13.8 mi 4.0
ROBERT H. JENKINS JR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Interlachen 15.0 mi 3.4
CHALLENGE AT ALACHUA ACADEMY Gainesville 15.6 mi
ALACHUA REGIONAL JUEVNILE DETENTION CENTER Gainesville 15.6 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 32656 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,201

Median Home Value

$202,900

Median Rent

$1,068/mo

Population

15,630

College Educated

21.6%

Homeownership

82%

Avg Commute

38.7 min

Poverty Rate

12.8%

Median Age

40.4

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CORAL WAY K-8 CENTER Miami, FL 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Keystone Heights Elementary

What grades does Keystone Heights Elementary serve?

Keystone Heights Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Keystone Heights Elementary?

Keystone Heights Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 821 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Keystone Heights Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Keystone Heights Elementary is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Keystone Heights Elementary rank in FL?

Keystone Heights Elementary ranks #595 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Keystone Heights Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Keystone Heights Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Keystone Heights Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Keystone Heights Elementary has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Keystone Heights Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Keystone Heights Elementary a Title I school?

No, Keystone Heights Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Keystone Heights Elementary?

64.2% of students at Keystone Heights Elementary 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
31 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
821
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
55
Free/Reduced Lunch
64.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Clay County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.3%

District

CLAY
District Enrollment
39,362
Schools in District
54
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,252
District Rank
#8 of 47

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