Very Good
#1098 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 29% in state
Vero Beach Elementary School
Elementary School · INDIAN RIVER
1770 12TH ST, Vero Beach, FL 32960
Enrollment
610
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
610
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,098 of 3,778
In Vero Beach
#8 of 20
public schools
In district
#13 of 28
INDIAN RIVER
School environment
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Vero Beach Elementary School
Vero Beach Elementary School is a public elementary school in Vero Beach, FL, part of INDIAN RIVER. Vero Beach Elementary School serves approximately 610 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Vero Beach Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,098 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Vero Beach Elementary School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 7.4
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Vero Beach Elementary School — Students at Vero Beach Elementary School score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75.1%
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
→ 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: 7.2/10.
How Vero Beach Elementary School Compares
See how Vero Beach 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
1770 12TH ST, Vero Beach, FL 32960
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Vero Beach Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROSEWOOD MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GLENDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CITRUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Vero Beach, see our Vero Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VERO BEACH HIGH SCHOOL Vero Beach | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| IR PREP Vero Beach | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| GLENDALE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Vero Beach | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT EDUCATION Vero Beach | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| ST HELEN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Vero Beach | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| CITRUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vero Beach | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| ROSEWOOD MAGNET SCHOOL Vero Beach | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
| THE WILLOW SCHOOL Vero Beach | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| TABERNACLE BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Vero Beach | 1.9 mi | — |
| OSLO MIDDLE SCHOOL Vero Beach | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| GLENDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vero Beach | 2.0 mi | 8.7 |
| SUNCOAST PRIMARY SCHOOL Vero Beach | 2.4 mi | 7.9 |
| OSCEOLA MAGNET SCHOOL Vero Beach | 2.9 mi | 8.3 |
| MASTER'S ACADEMY OF VERO BEACH Vero Beach | 2.7 mi | 6.6 |
| IMAGINE AT SOUTH VERO Vero Beach | 3.0 mi | 7.3 |
| INDIAN RIVER CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Vero Beach | 3.0 mi | 6.0 |
| ST. PETER'S ACADEMY Vero Beach | 3.4 mi | 4.6 |
| BEACHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vero Beach | 3.2 mi | 7.8 |
| GIFFORD MIDDLE SCHOOL Vero Beach | 3.6 mi | 4.1 |
| DODGERTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vero Beach | 3.6 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32960 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,350
Median Home Value
$254,400
Median Rent
$1,171/mo
Population
24,697
College Educated
24.8%
Homeownership
56.9%
Avg Commute
17.8 min
Poverty Rate
15.2%
Median Age
42.6
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| BRAUSER MAIMONIDES ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale, FL | 7.4 |
| CENTRAL PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plantation, FL | 7.4 |
| CRACKER TRAIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sebring, FL | 7.4 |
| DR. CARLOS J. FINLAY ELEMENTARY Miami, FL | 7.4 |
| EDISON PARK K-8 CENTER Miami, FL | 7.4 |
| FOREST CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Altamonte Springs, FL | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Vero Beach Elementary School
What grades does Vero Beach Elementary School serve?
Vero Beach Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Vero Beach Elementary School?
Vero Beach Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 610 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Vero Beach Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Vero Beach Elementary School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Vero Beach Elementary School rank in FL?
Vero Beach Elementary School ranks #1,098 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Vero Beach Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Vero Beach 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 Vero Beach Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Vero Beach Elementary School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Vero Beach Elementary School a charter school?
No, Vero Beach Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Vero Beach Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Vero Beach Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Vero Beach Elementary School?
75.1% of students at Vero Beach 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
- 610
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Indian River County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.3%
- Phone
- (772) 564-4550
Resources & Links
District
INDIAN RIVER- District Enrollment
- 16,950
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,843
- District Rank
- #13 of 28
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