Serving 282 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Chester Shell 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 25-29% (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 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chester Shell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Chester Shell Elementary School's student population of 282 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
282 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chester Shell 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 Chester Shell Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#3378 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
38%
Black
33%
21%
White
48%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Alachua School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chester Shell Elementary School's ranking?
Chester Shell Elementary School is ranked #3378 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% 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 Chester Shell Elementary School?
282 students attend Chester Shell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Chester Shell Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chester Shell Elementary School?
Chester Shell Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chester Shell Elementary School offer ?
Chester Shell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chester Shell Elementary School part of?
Chester Shell Elementary School is part of Alachua School District.
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