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#720 of 3,778 schools in FL

Top 19% in state

Spruce Creek Elementary School

Elementary School · VOLUSIA

642 TAYLOR RD, Port Orange, FL 32127

Enrollment

771

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#720 of 3,778

In Port Orange

#4 of 11

public schools

In district

#12 of 80

VOLUSIA

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Spruce Creek Elementary School

8.1/10

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

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5.4/10

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About Spruce Creek Elementary School

Spruce Creek Elementary School is a public elementary school in Port Orange, FL, part of VOLUSIA. Spruce Creek Elementary School serves approximately 771 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Spruce Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #720 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Spruce Creek Elementary School show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.5 pts above district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.6
  • FL avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.57 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics8.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency69% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61.7% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg+8.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.5 pts
Overall Proficiency65% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected+17.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile81th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,727
Chronic Absenteeism24.5%

Spruce Creek Elementary School — Students at Spruce Creek Elementary School score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

56.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 67.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 64.3% (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
83%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
63%
ELA
69%
2012
Math
58%
ELA
66%
2013
ELA
64%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
56%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
63%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
66%
ELA
59%
2018
Math
69%
ELA
66%
2019
Math
69%
ELA
66%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
64%
2021*
Math
67%
ELA
64%
2022
Math
71.8%
ELA
60.3%
2024
Math
69%
ELA
61.7%

* 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: 7.4/10.

How Spruce Creek Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.1/10
81th percentile in FL
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
56%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
60 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.5%

Location

642 TAYLOR RD, Port Orange, FL 32127

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Spruce Creek Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SWEETWATER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CYPRESS CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HORIZON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Port Orange, see our Port Orange schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.4 mi
School Distance Rating
MOUNT CALVARY ACADEMY Daytona Beach 0.6 mi 5.4
SPRUCE CREEK HIGH SCHOOL Port Orange 0.7 mi 6.0
SWEETWATER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Orange 1.1 mi 8.9
SILVER SANDS MIDDLE SCHOOL Port Orange 1.9 mi 5.9
CYPRESS CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Orange 2.1 mi 8.4
HORIZON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Orange 2.2 mi 8.1
PORT ORANGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Orange 2.6 mi 7.0
SUGAR MILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Orange 2.9 mi 6.9
TLC KIDS CARE Port Orange 2.9 mi
ATLANTIC HIGH SCHOOL Port Orange 3.2 mi 6.1
HOSPITAL HOMEBOUND Port Orange 3.2 mi 9.0
CREEKSIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL Port Orange 3.5 mi 7.3
THE CHASE ACADEMY, INC. South Daytona 4.1 mi 6.9
SOUTH DAYTONA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South Daytona 4.3 mi 4.5
DAYTONA BEACH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Daytona Beach 4.2 mi 4.9
R. J. LONGSTREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Daytona Beach 5.0 mi 7.5
WARNER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY South Daytona 5.1 mi 7.8
CAMPBELL MIDDLE SCHOOL Daytona Beach 6.4 mi 5.0
TURIE T. SMALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Daytona Beach 6.4 mi 4.8
SAMSULA ACADEMY New Smyrna Beach 6.4 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 32127 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,260

Median Home Value

$301,800

Median Rent

$1,324/mo

Population

28,430

College Educated

30.4%

Homeownership

78.4%

Avg Commute

24.6 min

Poverty Rate

10.9%

Median Age

53.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Spruce Creek Elementary School

What grades does Spruce Creek Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Spruce Creek Elementary School?

Spruce Creek Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 771 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Spruce Creek Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Spruce Creek Elementary School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Spruce Creek Elementary School rank in FL?

Spruce Creek Elementary School ranks #720 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Spruce Creek Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Spruce Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Spruce Creek Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Spruce Creek Elementary School has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Spruce Creek Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Spruce Creek Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

56.2% of students at Spruce Creek 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
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
771
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
60
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Volusia County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.5%

District

VOLUSIA
District Enrollment
62,742
Schools in District
89
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,727
District Rank
#12 of 80

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