Serving 671 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Moton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 50% (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 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 671 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Moton Elementary School's student population of 671 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
671 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Moton 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 Moton 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
#2218 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
22%
38%
Black
21%
21%
White
45%
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
63%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Hernando School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moton Elementary School's ranking?
Moton Elementary School is ranked #2218 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Moton Elementary School often compared to?
Moton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brooksville Elementary School, Eastside Elementary School, Chocachatti Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% 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 Moton Elementary School?
671 students attend Moton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Moton Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moton Elementary School?
Moton Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Moton Elementary School offer ?
Moton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Moton Elementary School part of?
Moton Elementary School is part of Hernando School District.
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