Serving 270 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Edith I. Starke 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edith I. Starke Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Edith I. Starke Elementary School's student population of 270 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
270 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1956
Colors
Blue and Yellow
School Motto
Starke is on the Rise!
School Rankings
Edith I. Starke 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 Edith I. Starke Elementary School is 0.66, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#3277 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Hispanic
46%
38%
Black
32%
21%
White
18%
34%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edith I. Starke Elementary School's ranking?
Edith I. Starke Elementary School is ranked #3277 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Edith I. Starke Elementary School often compared to?
Edith I. Starke Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodward Avenue Elementary School, Blue Lake Elementary School, Citrus Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Edith I. Starke Elementary School?
270 students attend Edith I. Starke Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Edith I. Starke Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edith I. Starke Elementary School?
Edith I. Starke Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Edith I. Starke Elementary School offer ?
Edith I. Starke Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Edith I. Starke Elementary School part of?
Edith I. Starke Elementary School is part of Volusia School District.
In what neighborhood is Edith I. Starke Elementary School located?
Edith I. Starke Elementary School is located in the South Clara Highlands neighborhood of Deland, FL.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School for Students
August 10, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of School for Students
May 26, 2027 (Wednesday)
Last Day of School for Teachers
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
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