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#3501 of 3,778 schools in FL

Saturn Elementary School

Elementary School · BREVARD

880 N RANGE RD, Cocoa, FL 32926

Enrollment

587

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

3.8

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#3,501 of 3,778

In Cocoa

#11 of 12

public schools

In district

#100 of 105

BREVARD

School environment

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Saturn Elementary School

3.8/10

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

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About Saturn Elementary School

Saturn Elementary School is a public elementary school in Cocoa, FL, part of BREVARD. Saturn Elementary School serves approximately 587 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Saturn Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,501 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Saturn Elementary School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares2.8 pts below district
  • This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 6.6
  • FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

36% of students at Saturn 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 Progress1.3Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.48 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.8Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36.5% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg-24 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-17.2 pts
Overall Proficiency37% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected-3.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile30th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,100
Chronic Absenteeism36.1%

Saturn Elementary School — Students at Saturn Elementary School score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

75.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 52.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
57.5% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 49.9% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
85%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
65%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
63%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
65%
ELA
58%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
55%
2016
Math
60%
ELA
54%
2017
Math
54%
ELA
50%
2018
Math
48%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
48%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
23%
ELA
29%
2021*
Math
23%
ELA
29%
2022
Math
33%
ELA
34.6%
2024
Math
36.5%
ELA
38%

* 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: 1.3/10.

How Saturn Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.8/10
7th percentile in FL
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Growth
1.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
76%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
47 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
36.1%

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

880 N RANGE RD, Cocoa, FL 32926

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Saturn Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST MARK'S EPISCOPAL ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROCKLEDGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Rockledge), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Rockledge), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cocoa, see our Cocoa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
COCOA HIGH SCHOOL Cocoa 0.9 mi 4.5
BREVARD VIRTUAL FRANCHISE Cocoa 1.0 mi 6.0
RFM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY COCO2 Cocoa 1.2 mi 5.8
ENDEAVOUR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cocoa 1.4 mi 3.8
CAMBRIDGE ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL Cocoa 1.5 mi 4.7
SPACE COAST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cocoa 1.8 mi 6.5
RFM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cocoa 1.8 mi 5.8
EMMA JEWEL CHARTER ACADEMY Cocoa 2.3 mi 6.8
BEHAVIOR EDUCATION CENTER Cocoa 2.3 mi
RONALD MCNAIR MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL Rockledge 2.5 mi 4.8
TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL Rockledge 2.7 mi 6.9
CREATIVE LEARNING Cocoa 2.6 mi
GOLFVIEW ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL Rockledge 2.9 mi 6.0
EINSTEIN MONTESSORI ACADEMY Cocoa 3.0 mi 6.6
ST MARK'S EPISCOPAL ACADEMY Cocoa 3.0 mi 7.7
ROCKLEDGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rockledge 3.5 mi 7.3
JOHN F. KENNEDY MIDDLE SCHOOL Rockledge 3.6 mi 5.8
SHINING STARR LEARNING ACADEMY INC. Rockledge 3.7 mi
EDUCATORS INC PRIVATE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Rockledge 3.7 mi 5.4
ROCKLEDGE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Rockledge 3.6 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 32926 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,092

Median Home Value

$251,400

Median Rent

$1,297/mo

Population

21,576

College Educated

22.4%

Homeownership

82.1%

Avg Commute

29.1 min

Poverty Rate

14.5%

Median Age

52.2

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ENDEAVOUR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cocoa, FL 3.8
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Saturn Elementary School

What grades does Saturn Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Saturn Elementary School?

Saturn Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 587 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Saturn Elementary School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Saturn Elementary School rank in FL?

Saturn Elementary School ranks #3,501 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Saturn Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Saturn Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Saturn Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Saturn Elementary School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Saturn Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Saturn Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

75.6% of students at Saturn 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
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
587
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Free/Reduced Lunch
75.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Brevard County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
36.1%

District

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

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