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#907 of 3,778 schools in FL

Top 24% in state

Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary

Elementary School · FLAGLER

4550 BELLE TERRE PKWY, Palm Coast, FL 32164

Enrollment

744

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#907 of 3,778

In Palm Coast

#1 of 8

public schools

In district

#2 of 12

FLAGLER

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary

7.7/10

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

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About Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary

Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary is a public elementary school in Palm Coast, FL, part of FLAGLER. Lewis E.

Wadsworth Elementary serves approximately 744 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #907 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.9
  • FL avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.65 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62.3% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg+1.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+0.8 pts
Overall Proficiency59% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected+11.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,757
Chronic Absenteeism28.6%

Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary — Students at Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

56.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 60.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 60.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.2% (2024 FAST)

Based on 34 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
66%
ELA
71%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
56%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
64%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
69%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
61%
2015
Math
66%
ELA
59%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
61%
ELA
55%
2018
Math
60%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
60%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
54%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
54%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
57.9%
ELA
56%
2024
Math
62.3%
ELA
56%

* 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: 7.1/10.

How Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary Compares

See how Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.7/10
76th percentile in FL
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
57%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
58 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.6%

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

4550 BELLE TERRE PKWY, Palm Coast, FL 32164

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OLD KINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Flagler Beach), which scores notably higher. Another option is RYMFIRE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 2.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Palm Coast, see our Palm Coast schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 17.5 mi
School Distance Rating
BUDDY TAYLOR MIDDLE SCHOOL Palm Coast 0.2 mi 6.0
ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON CATHOLIC SCHOOL Palm Coast 1.2 mi 7.3
PALM COAST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Palm Coast 1.3 mi
CASA MONTESSORI PALM COAST Palm Coast 2.0 mi
COASTAL EDUCATION CENTER Palm Coast 2.1 mi 4.4
RYMFIRE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm Coast 2.7 mi 7.4
CHRIST THE KING LUTHERAN SCHOOL Palm Coast 2.5 mi 5.3
IMAGINE SCHOOL AT TOWN CENTER Palm Coast 3.4 mi 7.0
FREEDOMSCHOOLERS ACADEMY Palm Coast 3.7 mi 6.0
INDIAN TRAILS MIDDLE SCHOOL Palm Coast 3.8 mi 6.7
FLAGLER-PALM COAST HIGH SCHOOL Palm Coast 3.9 mi 6.3
IFLAGLER-VIRTUAL FRANCHISE Bunnell 3.9 mi 4.9
FLAGLER VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION KG-5 Bunnell 3.9 mi 5.0
BELLE TERRE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm Coast 4.1 mi 6.4
BUNNELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bunnell 4.4 mi 6.3
MATANZAS HIGH SCHOOL Palm Coast 4.9 mi 4.9
FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bunnell 4.9 mi 6.8
OLD KINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Flagler Beach 5.0 mi 8.8
PEDRO MENENDEZ HIGH SCHOOL St. Augustine 16.8 mi 5.9
GAMBLE ROGERS MIDDLE SCHOOL St. Augustine 17.5 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 32164 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,738

Median Home Value

$308,100

Median Rent

$1,724/mo

Population

53,963

College Educated

25.6%

Homeownership

76.2%

Avg Commute

26.6 min

Poverty Rate

8.8%

Median Age

47.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary

What grades does Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary serve?

Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary?

Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 744 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary rank in FL?

Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary ranks #907 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary a charter school?

No, Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary a Title I school?

No, Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary?

56.9% of students at Lewis E. Wadsworth 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
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
744
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
58
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Flagler County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.6%

District

FLAGLER
District Enrollment
13,503
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,757
District Rank
#2 of 12

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