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North Elementary School

Elementary School · OKEECHOBEE

3000 NW 10TH TER, Okeechobee, FL 34972

Enrollment

558

Student-Teacher

19.2:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#1,936 of 3,778

In Okeechobee

#5 of 12

public schools

In district

#4 of 11

OKEECHOBEE

Academic growth

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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North Elementary School

6.2/10

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

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About North Elementary School

North Elementary School is a public elementary school in Okeechobee, FL, part of OKEECHOBEE. North Elementary School serves approximately 558 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. North Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,936 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for North Elementary School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

47% of students at North 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 Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.69 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics6.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg-10.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9.2 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected-0.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile45th
Resources & Environment4.2Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,523
Chronic Absenteeism47.1%

North Elementary School — Students at North Elementary School score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

55.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 59.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 56.4% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
71%
ELA
66%
2010
Math
71%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
56%
2012
Math
54%
ELA
53%
2013
ELA
62%
2014
Math
61%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
63%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
64%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
68%
ELA
63%
2019
Math
68%
ELA
63%
2020*
Math
58%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
58%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
48.4%
ELA
55.4%
2024
Math
50%
ELA
46%

* 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: 7.0/10.

How North Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.2/10
49th percentile in FL
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
4.2/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
56%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
47.1%

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

3000 NW 10TH TER, Okeechobee, FL 34972

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PEMAYETV EMAHAKV CHARTER OUR WAY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 19.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROCK SOLID CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SEMINOLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Okeechobee, see our Okeechobee schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 24.4 mi
School Distance Rating
OKEECHOBEE ACHIEVEMENT ACADEMY Okeechobee 0.3 mi 4.7
OKEECHOBEE VIRTUAL FRANCHISE Okeechobee 0.3 mi 5.4
YEARLING MIDDLE SCHOOL Okeechobee 0.3 mi 6.1
PEACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Okeechobee 0.4 mi
OKEECHOBEE HIGH SCHOOL Okeechobee 0.7 mi 5.2
OKEECHOBEE ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Okeechobee 1.4 mi
ROCK SOLID CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Okeechobee 2.2 mi 7.6
SEMINOLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Okeechobee 2.0 mi 7.3
CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Okeechobee 2.3 mi 4.3
OKEECHOBEE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Okeechobee 2.3 mi 6.8
SOUTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Okeechobee 3.4 mi 6.4
OSCEOLA MIDDLE SCHOOL Okeechobee 3.5 mi 5.9
EVERGLADES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Okeechobee 3.7 mi 7.1
TRINITY CHRISTIAN PRIVATE SCHOOL Okeechobee 4.7 mi
TANTIE Okeechobee 9.4 mi 4.4
PEMAYETV EMAHAKV CHARTER OUR WAY SCHOOL Okeechobee 19.8 mi 8.1
TRADITION PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Ft. Lauderdale 23.2 mi 4.6
RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL AT TRADITION Ft. Lauderdale 23.3 mi 4.2
ALLAPATTAH FLATS K-8 Port St. Lucie 24.4 mi 7.3
ST. LUCIE VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM Port St. Lucie 24.4 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 34972 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,902

Median Home Value

$193,300

Median Rent

$994/mo

Population

19,185

College Educated

14.7%

Homeownership

65.4%

Avg Commute

26.4 min

Poverty Rate

22.8%

Median Age

38.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North Elementary School

What grades does North Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend North Elementary School?

North Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 558 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at North Elementary School is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does North Elementary School rank in FL?

North Elementary School ranks #1,936 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is North Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

North Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 North Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, North Elementary School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is North Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is North Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

55.9% of students at North 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
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
558
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
55.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Okeechobee County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
47.1%

District

OKEECHOBEE
District Enrollment
6,337
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,523
District Rank
#4 of 11

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