Serving 461 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cottondale Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: Prekindergarten-5
Enrollment: 461 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
Minority Enrollment: 31%
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 50% in FL
Math Proficiency
: 55-59% (Top 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 60-64% (Top 30%)
Science Proficiency
: 50-54% (Top 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Cottondale Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cottondale Elementary School is 0.49, 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.
Cottondale Elementary School is ranked #1140 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Cottondale Elementary School?
461 students attend Cottondale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Cottondale Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cottondale Elementary School?
Cottondale Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cottondale Elementary School offer ?
Cottondale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Cottondale Elementary School part of?
We explore how the Department of Education shapes American education, from its cabinet-level leadership to its impact on millions of students, written for general audiences seeking clarity on this vital institution.
Explore the origins of educational segregation during the colonial era and the differential treatment of Native American, African American, and white students. This article delves into the historical context, policies, and societal attitudes that shaped early education in colonial America, highlighting the disparities and injustices that persisted within the schooling systems of that time.
Explore the revolutionary approach of Personalized Learning in K-12 education. This article discusses the benefits, challenges, and potential of tailoring education to individual student needs, incorporating technology and adaptive learning methods to prepare students for the 21st century.
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: Prekindergarten-5
Enrollment: 461 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
Minority Enrollment: 31%
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 50%
Math Proficiency
: 55-59% (Top 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 60-64% (Top 30%)
Science Proficiency
: 50-54% (Top 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
