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Very Good

#1286 of 3,778 schools in FL

Top 34% in state

Swimming Pen Creek Elementary School

Elementary School · CLAY

1630 WOODPECKER LN, Middleburg, FL 32068

Enrollment

474

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#1,286 of 3,778

In Middleburg

#5 of 10

public schools

In district

#19 of 47

CLAY

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Swimming Pen Creek Elementary School

7.1/10

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

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About Swimming Pen Creek Elementary School

Swimming Pen Creek Elementary School is a public elementary school in Middleburg, FL, part of CLAY. Swimming Pen Creek Elementary School serves approximately 474 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Swimming Pen Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,286 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Swimming Pen Creek Elementary School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.2
  • FL avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.89 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics7.2Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency53.5% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54.5% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg-7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-0.7 pts
Overall Proficiency54% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected+5.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile59th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,252
Chronic Absenteeism25.5%

Swimming Pen Creek Elementary School — Students at Swimming Pen Creek Elementary School score 54% 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

56.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 62.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
57.5% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 62.1% (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
75%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
68%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
68%
2013
Math
61%
ELA
65%
2014
Math
56%
ELA
60%
2015
Math
54%
ELA
48%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
58%
2017
Math
61%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
63%
ELA
63%
2019
Math
63%
ELA
63%
2020*
Math
71%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
71%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
64.9%
ELA
57.5%
2024
Math
53.5%
ELA
54.5%

* 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: 6.2/10.

How Swimming Pen Creek Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.1/10
66th percentile in FL
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
57%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.5%

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

1630 WOODPECKER LN, Middleburg, FL 32068

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Swimming Pen Creek Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROBERT M. PATERSON ELEMENTARY (rated 9.4/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Orange Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is THUNDERBOLT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Fleming Island), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FLEMING ISLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Orange Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Middleburg, see our Middleburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.7 mi
School Distance Rating
ST JOHNS CLASSICAL ACADEMY Fleming Island 1.4 mi 4.9
PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS CLAY Fleming Island 1.8 mi 5.6
FLEMING ISLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Orange Park 1.8 mi 8.9
DOCTORS INLET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Middleburg 1.8 mi 6.9
THUNDERBOLT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fleming Island 1.9 mi 9.1
FLEMING ISLAND HIGH SCHOOL Orange Park 2.4 mi 6.8
ST JOHNS COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Orange Park 3.4 mi 7.4
ROBERT M. PATERSON ELEMENTARY Orange Park 3.0 mi 9.4
BROACH SCHOOL-FREE 2 BE ME Orange Park 3.4 mi
HERITAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fleming Island 3.2 mi
RIDGEVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Orange Park 3.4 mi 7.7
LAKESIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Orange Park 3.7 mi 5.9
LAKESIDE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Orange Park 3.7 mi 7.4
RIDGEVIEW HIGH SCHOOL Orange Park 3.6 mi 6.7
RIDEOUT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Middleburg 3.4 mi 7.5
COPPERGATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Middleburg 3.9 mi 6.9
CLAY VIRTUAL FRANCHISE Orange Park 4.5 mi 8.4
MONTCLAIR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Orange Park 4.5 mi 7.1
ORANGE PARK HIGH SCHOOL Orange Park 4.6 mi 5.4
LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL ORANGE PARK Orange Park 4.7 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 32068 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,410

Median Home Value

$264,300

Median Rent

$1,411/mo

Population

58,196

College Educated

22.4%

Homeownership

78.6%

Avg Commute

34.5 min

Poverty Rate

10.9%

Median Age

38.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Swimming Pen Creek Elementary School

What grades does Swimming Pen Creek Elementary School serve?

Swimming Pen Creek Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Swimming Pen Creek Elementary School?

Swimming Pen Creek Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 474 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Swimming Pen Creek Elementary School is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Swimming Pen Creek Elementary School rank in FL?

Swimming Pen Creek Elementary School ranks #1,286 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Swimming Pen Creek Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Swimming Pen Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Swimming Pen Creek Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Swimming Pen Creek Elementary School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Swimming Pen Creek Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Swimming Pen Creek Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

56.5% of students at Swimming Pen 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
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
474
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Clay County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.5%

District

CLAY
District Enrollment
39,362
Schools in District
54
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,252
District Rank
#19 of 47

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