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#478 of 3,778 schools in FL

Top 13% in state

Quest Elementary School

Elementary School · BREVARD

8751 TRAFFORD DR, Melbourne, FL 32940

Enrollment

714

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#478 of 3,778

In Melbourne

#2 of 17

public schools

In district

#16 of 105

BREVARD

Academic performance

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Quest Elementary School

8.4/10

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

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About Quest Elementary School

Quest Elementary School is a public elementary school in Melbourne, FL, part of BREVARD. Quest Elementary School serves approximately 714 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Quest Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #478 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Quest Elementary School show 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.8 pts above district
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.6
  • FL avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.52 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics9.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency79% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency78.8% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg+18.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+23.5 pts
Overall Proficiency79% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)63% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected+15.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,100
Chronic Absenteeism9.2%

Quest Elementary School — Students at Quest Elementary School score 79% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

19.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 84.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
57.5% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 82.6% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
88%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
83%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
85%
ELA
86%
2014
Math
85%
ELA
80%
2015
Math
88%
ELA
85%
2016
Math
88%
ELA
87%
2017
Math
88%
ELA
84%
2018
Math
88%
ELA
81%
2019
Math
88%
ELA
81%
2020*
Math
83%
ELA
80%
2021*
Math
83%
ELA
80%
2022
Math
79.5%
ELA
79.2%
2024
Math
79%
ELA
78.8%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How Quest Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.4/10
87th percentile in FL
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
20%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.2%

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

8751 TRAFFORD DR, Melbourne, FL 32940

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Quest Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. VIERA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Viera), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MANATEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Viera), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, VIERA CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Viera), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Melbourne, see our Melbourne schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.1 mi
School Distance Rating
PINECREST ACADEMY SPACE COAST Viera 0.7 mi 4.0
VIERA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Viera 1.0 mi 9.1
DEVEREUX HOSPITAL Viera 1.4 mi 4.0
PRE-K ESE SERVICES Viera 2.0 mi 3.9
VIERA CHARTER SCHOOL Viera 2.2 mi 8.4
VIERA HIGH SCHOOL Viera 2.3 mi 7.1
SUNTREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Melbourne 2.8 mi 7.9
MANATEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Viera 3.1 mi 8.9
SUNTREE MONTESSORI Melbourne 3.7 mi
RALPH M WILLIAMS JUNIOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rockledge 4.1 mi 6.5
HOLY TRINITY EPISCOPAL ACADEMY Melbourne 3.7 mi 5.8
LONGLEAF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Melbourne 4.2 mi 8.1
SHERWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Melbourne 5.0 mi 6.9
LIFE CHANGERS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Melbourne 5.1 mi 6.8
MONTESSORI BILINGUAL ACADEMY Rockledge 5.9 mi
HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rockledge 6.2 mi 5.4
SOUTH AREA ALTERNATIVE LEARNING CENTER Melbourne 6.3 mi 4.1
MELBOURNE CENTER FOR PERSONAL GROWTH Melbourne 6.8 mi
RISING STARS ACADEMY Melbourne 6.4 mi
SHINING STARR LEARNING ACADEMY INC. Rockledge 7.1 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 32940 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$106,511

Median Home Value

$444,100

Median Rent

$1,904/mo

Population

49,288

College Educated

51.6%

Homeownership

84.3%

Avg Commute

24.7 min

Poverty Rate

3.5%

Median Age

48.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Quest Elementary School

What grades does Quest Elementary School serve?

Quest Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Quest Elementary School?

Quest Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 714 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Quest Elementary School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Quest Elementary School rank in FL?

Quest Elementary School ranks #478 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Quest Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Quest Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Quest Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Quest Elementary School has 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Quest Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Quest Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

19.5% of students at Quest 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
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
714
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Free/Reduced Lunch
19.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Brevard County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.2%

District

BREVARD
District Enrollment
73,810
Schools in District
109
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,100
District Rank
#16 of 105

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