Very Good
#1069 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 28% in state
Starke Elementary School
Elementary School · BRADFORD
1000 W WELDON ST, Starke, FL 32091
Enrollment
630
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
630
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,069 of 3,778
In Starke
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
BRADFORD
Academic growth
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About Starke Elementary School
Starke Elementary School is a public elementary school in Starke, FL, part of BRADFORD. Starke Elementary School serves approximately 630 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Starke Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,069 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Starke Elementary School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 7.5
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Starke Elementary School — Students at Starke Elementary School score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 7.8/10.
How Starke Elementary School Compares
See how Starke Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1000 W WELDON ST, Starke, FL 32091
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Starke Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MCRAE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 15.1 miles away, in nearby Keystone Heights), which scores notably higher. Another option is LAWTEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Lawtey), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KEYSTONE HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 12.9 miles away, in nearby Keystone Heights), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Starke, see our Starke schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32091 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,522
Median Home Value
$175,200
Median Rent
$823/mo
Population
16,062
College Educated
15.8%
Homeownership
63.5%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
23%
Median Age
39.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Starke Elementary School
What grades does Starke Elementary School serve?
Starke Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Starke Elementary School?
Starke Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 630 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Starke Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Starke Elementary School is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Starke Elementary School rank in FL?
Starke Elementary School ranks #1,069 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Starke Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Starke Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Starke Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Starke Elementary School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Starke Elementary School a charter school?
No, Starke Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Starke Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Starke Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Starke Elementary School?
66.5% of students at Starke 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 630
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Bradford County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.9%
- Phone
- (904) 966-6047
Resources & Links
District
BRADFORD- District Enrollment
- 2,928
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,694
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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