Serving 554 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Edgar L. Padgett 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 49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 554 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edgar L. Padgett Elementary School's student population of 554 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
554 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Edgar L. Padgett Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edgar L. Padgett Elementary School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2297 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
34%
37%
Black
24%
21%
White
37%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edgar L. Padgett Elementary School's ranking?
Edgar L. Padgett Elementary School is ranked #2297 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Edgar L. Padgett Elementary School often compared to?
Edgar L. Padgett Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Combee Academy Of Design And Engineering, Socrum Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Edgar L. Padgett Elementary School?
554 students attend Edgar L. Padgett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Edgar L. Padgett Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edgar L. Padgett Elementary School?
Edgar L. Padgett Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Edgar L. Padgett Elementary School offer ?
Edgar L. Padgett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Edgar L. Padgett Elementary School part of?
Edgar L. Padgett Elementary School is part of Polk School District.
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