Excellent
#742 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 20% in state
W. R. Tolar K-8 School
Elementary School · LIBERTY
PO BOX 609, Bristol, FL 32321
Enrollment
506
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
506
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#742 of 3,778
In Bristol
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
LIBERTY
Academic growth
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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W. R. Tolar K-8 School
Elementary School in Bristol · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About W. R. Tolar K-8 School
W. R. Tolar K-8 School is a public elementary school in Bristol, FL, part of LIBERTY.
W. R. Tolar K-8 School serves approximately 506 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio.
W. R. Tolar K-8 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #742 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for W. R. Tolar K-8 School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.5
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
W. R. Tolar K-8 School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
44% of students at W. R. Tolar K-8 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
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W. R. Tolar K-8 School — Students at W. R. Tolar K-8 School score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
29.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 39 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: 9.0/10.
How W. R. Tolar K-8 School Compares
See how W. R. Tolar K-8 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
PO BOX 609, Bristol, FL 32321
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering W. R. Tolar K-8 School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SNEADS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 21.2 miles away, in nearby Sneads), with a comparable rating. Another option is HOSFORD ELEMENTARY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Hosford), with a comparable rating. Additionally, GREENSBORO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 18.6 miles away, in nearby Quincy), a more accessible option. For more schools in Bristol, see our Bristol schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 24.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LIBERTY COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Bristol | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| LIBERTY VIRTUAL FRANCHISE Bristol | 1.9 mi | — |
| LIBERTY EARLY LEARNING CENTER Bristol | 2.1 mi | — |
| GOLD STAR PRIVATE ACADEMY Bristol | 2.2 mi | — |
| BLOUNTSTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blountstown | 5.3 mi | 6.0 |
| CALHOUN VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM Blountstown | 5.5 mi | 5.1 |
| BLOUNTSTOWN HIGH SCHOOL Blountstown | 6.2 mi | 7.6 |
| HOSFORD ELEMENTARY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Hosford | 10.7 mi | 7.1 |
| CARR ELEMENTARY & MIDDLE SCHOOL Clarksville | 12.7 mi | 5.6 |
| LIBERTY WILDERNESS CROSSROADS Hosford | 15.0 mi | — |
| APALACHICOLA FOREST YOUTH ACADEMY Hosford | 15.0 mi | 4.3 |
| ALTHA PUBLIC SCHOOL Altha | 14.8 mi | 7.8 |
| GADSDEN ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL Quincy | 18.5 mi | 5.9 |
| WEST GADSDEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Quincy | 18.5 mi | 6.5 |
| GREENSBORO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Quincy | 18.6 mi | 6.9 |
| SNEADS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sneads | 21.2 mi | 7.3 |
| GRAND RIDGE SCHOOL Grand Ridge | 21.4 mi | 7.0 |
| SNEADS HIGH SCHOOL Sneads | 21.6 mi | 7.0 |
| CHATTAHOOCHEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chattahoochee | 22.4 mi | 5.4 |
| WEWAHITCHKA HIGH SCHOOL Wewahitchka | 24.1 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32321 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,491
Median Home Value
$130,600
Median Rent
$972/mo
Population
5,792
College Educated
16.4%
Homeownership
79.8%
Poverty Rate
22%
Median Age
38
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about W. R. Tolar K-8 School
What grades does W. R. Tolar K-8 School serve?
W. R. Tolar K-8 School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend W. R. Tolar K-8 School?
W. R. Tolar K-8 School has an enrollment of approximately 506 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at W. R. Tolar K-8 School?
The student-teacher ratio at W. R. Tolar K-8 School is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does W. R. Tolar K-8 School rank in FL?
W. R. Tolar K-8 School ranks #742 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is W. R. Tolar K-8 School's MySchoolScout rating?
W. R. Tolar K-8 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 W. R. Tolar K-8 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, W. R. Tolar K-8 School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is W. R. Tolar K-8 School a charter school?
No, W. R. Tolar K-8 School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is W. R. Tolar K-8 School a Title I school?
No, W. R. Tolar K-8 School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for W. R. Tolar K-8 School?
29.8% of students at W. R. Tolar K-8 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 506
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 29.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Liberty County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.5%
- Phone
- (850) 643-2426
Resources & Links
District
LIBERTY- District Enrollment
- 1,288
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,890
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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