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#1547 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 41% in state
Read-pattillo Elementary School
Elementary School · VOLUSIA
400 6TH ST, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168
Enrollment
355
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
355
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,547 of 3,778
In New Smyrna Beach
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#28 of 80
VOLUSIA
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Read-pattillo Elementary School
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About Read-pattillo Elementary School
Read-pattillo Elementary School is a public elementary school in New Smyrna Beach, FL, part of VOLUSIA. Read-pattillo Elementary School serves approximately 355 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Read-pattillo Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,547 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Read-pattillo Elementary School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Read-pattillo 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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Read-pattillo Elementary School — Students at Read-pattillo Elementary School score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.1%
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: 5.7/10.
How Read-pattillo Elementary School Compares
See how Read-pattillo Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
400 6TH ST, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Read-pattillo Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CORONADO BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHISHOLM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SWEETWATER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Port Orange), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Smyrna Beach, see our New Smyrna Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32168 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,967
Median Home Value
$310,200
Median Rent
$1,608/mo
Population
30,688
College Educated
31.1%
Homeownership
76.6%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
54.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Read-pattillo Elementary School
What grades does Read-pattillo Elementary School serve?
Read-pattillo Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Read-pattillo Elementary School?
Read-pattillo Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 355 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Read-pattillo Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Read-pattillo Elementary School is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Read-pattillo Elementary School rank in FL?
Read-pattillo Elementary School ranks #1,547 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Read-pattillo Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Read-pattillo Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Read-pattillo Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Read-pattillo Elementary School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Read-pattillo Elementary School a charter school?
No, Read-pattillo Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Read-pattillo Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Read-pattillo Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Read-pattillo Elementary School?
61.1% of students at Read-pattillo 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
- 355
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Volusia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.5%
- Phone
- (386) 426-7400
Resources & Links
District
VOLUSIA- District Enrollment
- 62,742
- Schools in District
- 89
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,727
- District Rank
- #28 of 80
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