Very Good
#1063 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 28% in state
R. J. Longstreet Elementary School
Elementary School · VOLUSIA
2745 S PENINSULA DR, Daytona Beach, FL 32118
Enrollment
364
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
364
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,063 of 3,778
In Daytona Beach
#1 of 14
public schools
In district
#18 of 80
VOLUSIA
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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R. J. Longstreet Elementary School
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About R. J. Longstreet Elementary School
R. J. Longstreet Elementary School is a public elementary school in Daytona Beach, FL, part of VOLUSIA.
R. J. Longstreet Elementary School serves approximately 364 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio.
R. J. Longstreet Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,063 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for R. J. Longstreet Elementary School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.6
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at R. J. Longstreet 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
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R. J. Longstreet Elementary School — Students at R. J. Longstreet Elementary School score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 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: 7.3/10.
How R. J. Longstreet Elementary School Compares
See how R. J. Longstreet Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2745 S PENINSULA DR, Daytona Beach, FL 32118
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering R. J. Longstreet Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SWEETWATER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Port Orange), which scores notably higher. Another option is PORT ORANGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Port Orange), with a comparable rating. Additionally, SUGAR MILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Port Orange), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Daytona Beach, see our Daytona Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE CHASE ACADEMY, INC. South Daytona | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| WARNER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY South Daytona | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| SOUTH DAYTONA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South Daytona | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| SUGAR MILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Orange | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| PORT ORANGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Orange | 2.4 mi | 7.0 |
| TURIE T. SMALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Daytona Beach | 2.8 mi | 4.8 |
| CAMPBELL MIDDLE SCHOOL Daytona Beach | 3.0 mi | 5.0 |
| ATLANTIC HIGH SCHOOL Port Orange | 3.1 mi | 6.1 |
| HOSPITAL HOMEBOUND Port Orange | 3.1 mi | 9.0 |
| ZAMZAM KNOWLEDGE ACADEMY Daytona Beach | 3.4 mi | — |
| SILVER SANDS MIDDLE SCHOOL Port Orange | 3.6 mi | 5.9 |
| DAYTONA BEACH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Daytona Beach | 3.4 mi | 4.9 |
| BASILICA SCHOOL OF ST PAUL Daytona Beach | 3.8 mi | 6.9 |
| IMAGINATION STATION TOO MONTESSORI Daytona Beach | 4.3 mi | — |
| THE CHILES ACADEMY Daytona Beach | 4.1 mi | 4.9 |
| BLUE JAY ACADEMY Daytona Beach | 4.5 mi | 8.5 |
| BLUE JAY ACADEMY OF SOUTH DAYTONA Daytona Beach | 4.5 mi | 7.7 |
| SWEETWATER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Orange | 4.6 mi | 8.9 |
| MAINLAND HIGH SCHOOL Daytona Beach | 4.2 mi | 5.0 |
| RIVERVIEW LEARNING CENTER Daytona Beach | 4.6 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32118 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,418
Median Home Value
$339,500
Median Rent
$1,283/mo
Population
18,075
College Educated
31.3%
Homeownership
63.7%
Avg Commute
22.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Median Age
59.4
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|---|---|
| ALTA VISTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota, FL | 7.5 |
| BEACON COLLEGE PREP K-8 Opa Locka, FL | 7.5 |
| BOCA RATON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boca Raton, FL | 7.5 |
| CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC SCHOOL Jacksonville, FL | 7.5 |
| CORAL TERRACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami, FL | 7.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about R. J. Longstreet Elementary School
What grades does R. J. Longstreet Elementary School serve?
R. J. Longstreet Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend R. J. Longstreet Elementary School?
R. J. Longstreet Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 364 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at R. J. Longstreet Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at R. J. Longstreet Elementary School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does R. J. Longstreet Elementary School rank in FL?
R. J. Longstreet Elementary School ranks #1,063 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is R. J. Longstreet Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
R. J. Longstreet Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 R. J. Longstreet Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, R. J. Longstreet Elementary School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is R. J. Longstreet Elementary School a charter school?
No, R. J. Longstreet Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is R. J. Longstreet Elementary School a Title I school?
No, R. J. Longstreet Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for R. J. Longstreet Elementary School?
73.1% of students at R. J. Longstreet 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 364
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Volusia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.9%
- Phone
- (386) 756-7280
Resources & Links
District
VOLUSIA- District Enrollment
- 62,742
- Schools in District
- 89
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,727
- District Rank
- #18 of 80
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