Serving 429 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Chester A. Moore Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: Kindergarten-8
Enrollment: 429 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
Minority Enrollment: 96%
Overall Testing Rank
: Bottom 50% in FL
Math Proficiency
: 41% (Btm 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 28% (Btm 50%)
Science Proficiency
: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Chester A. Moore Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chester A. Moore Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Chester A. Moore Elementary School?
429 students attend Chester A. Moore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Chester A. Moore Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chester A. Moore Elementary School?
Chester A. Moore Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chester A. Moore Elementary School offer ?
Chester A. Moore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Chester A. Moore Elementary School part of?
Chester A. Moore Elementary (CAM) has the best staff and administrators! The moment you walk in, it is evident that this is a caring place, greeted with friendly smiles and welcoming attitudes. When I talk to the teachers they say, ''This is the best place to work'' - the teachers feel supported, and their happiness is reflected in the classroom. CAM has the hardest working, humble, and passionate teachers; they focus on every student''s individual needs and safety. The CAM family takes the time to know your child. It is a joyful place where kids are nurtured and seen, where individuals are appreciated and honored for the unique contributions they make to the community. Chester A. Moore Elementary is truly a school where excellence is believed and achieved by all.
- Posted by Teacher - Mrs. Swink
58/16/2022
We are a C- rated school on the rise to a B. All staff works together to ensure every child has the ability to succeed every single day! We currently have 4 resources: Stem, technology, media, and PE.
- Posted by Administrator - Wendie Cendejas
58/16/2022
Our school is comprised of highly skilled educators that are enthused about teaching. Our students work very hard to fulfill the heavy demands that are placed on them. I love CA Moore. We are definitely not a one.
- Posted by Teacher - Decreeta Green- Moore
58/16/2022
Great Things are happening at that school. Hardworking teachers and great admin.
- Posted by Teacher - Jon
58/16/2022
This is my first year working at CAM. I have not in 17 years of teaching in this district encountered a principal like Dr. Thelma Jackson. Her energy and motivation for the success of children at CAM are exuberated through the hardworking staff that supports her vision. I am ecstatic about being a part of this magic that is about to take place at Chester A. Moore Elementary!
- Posted by Teacher - Tammy G Davis
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Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: Kindergarten-8
Enrollment: 429 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
Minority Enrollment: 96%
Overall Testing Rank
: Bottom 50%
Math Proficiency
: 41% (Btm 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 28% (Btm 50%)
Science Proficiency
: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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