Very Good
#1124 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 30% in state
Wards Creek Elementary School
Elementary School · ST. JOHNS
6555 STATE ROAD 16, St. Augustine, FL 32092
Enrollment
1,210
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
1,210
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,124 of 3,778
In St. Augustine
#17 of 32
public schools
In district
#31 of 46
ST. JOHNS
Academic performance
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Wards Creek Elementary School
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About Wards Creek Elementary School
Wards Creek Elementary School is a public elementary school in St. Augustine, FL, part of ST. JOHNS.
Wards Creek Elementary School serves approximately 1,210 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Wards Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,124 of 3,778 schools in FL. Structured state assessment records for Wards Creek Elementary School show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 7.9
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Wards Creek Elementary School — Students at Wards Creek Elementary School score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
20.6%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.4/10.
How Wards Creek Elementary School Compares
See how Wards Creek 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
6555 STATE ROAD 16, St. Augustine, FL 32092
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wards Creek Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PALENCIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.5/10, 8.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DURBIN CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 9.3 miles away, in nearby Saint Johns), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PATRIOT OAKS ACADEMY (rated 8.3/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Saint Johns), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in St. Augustine, see our St. Augustine schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32092 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$122,655
Median Home Value
$464,800
Median Rent
$2,087/mo
Population
48,288
College Educated
49.1%
Homeownership
88.4%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
41.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wards Creek Elementary School
What grades does Wards Creek Elementary School serve?
Wards Creek Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Wards Creek Elementary School?
Wards Creek Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 1,210 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wards Creek Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Wards Creek Elementary School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wards Creek Elementary School rank in FL?
Wards Creek Elementary School ranks #1,124 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Wards Creek Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Wards Creek 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 Wards Creek Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wards Creek Elementary School has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Wards Creek Elementary School a charter school?
No, Wards Creek Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wards Creek Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Wards Creek Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wards Creek Elementary School?
20.6% of students at Wards 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 1,210
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 78
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 20.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- St. Johns County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.9%
- Phone
- (904) 547-8730
Resources & Links
District
ST. JOHNS- District Enrollment
- 51,434
- Schools in District
- 55
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,990
- District Rank
- #31 of 46
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