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Robert L. Stevenson Elementary School

Public Grades K-6

45^th

SchoolDigger Rank ?

of 2,240 Florida Elementary Schools

Better than 98% of Florida elementary schools

Summary

Robert L. Stevenson Elementary School in Merritt Island, FL, is a top-tier public school serving 481 students in grades K-6, and it consistently ranks among the best in the state, placing in the top 2% of all Florida elementary schools. This school stands out dramatically from its neighbors, with academic proficiency rates that are often 20 to 30 percentage points higher than the district and state averages. For example, in the 2025-2026 school year, 6th graders achieved a stunning 98% proficiency in both math and English Language Arts, while nearby Lewis Carroll Elementary School, the next highest-performing school in the area, saw rates around 91% in the same subjects. Stevenson also excels in science, with 89% of 5th graders proficient, far outpacing the Brevard district average of 64%.

What makes Stevenson particularly impressive is its efficiency. Despite spending the least per student ($10,717) among nearby schools, it achieves the highest academic outcomes. In contrast, Mila Elementary School spends over $18,000 per student but ranks in the bottom quarter of the state. This suggests that Stevenson’s success is driven by strong family support and a highly effective school culture, not just funding. The school also has exceptionally low chronic absenteeism at just 6.3%, compared to the district average of 21.1% and rates exceeding 34% at schools like Fairglen Elementary School and Endeavour Elementary School.

An interesting pattern at Stevenson is a "6th-grade spike," where students in that grade perform significantly better than their 5th-grade peers, suggesting a particularly strong teaching team or curriculum. While the school’s state ranking has slightly declined from its peak of 6th in Florida in 2015-2016 to 45th today, it remains an elite institution. The school serves a relatively affluent community, with only 16% of students qualifying for free or reduced lunch, a figure much lower than nearby schools like Cambridge Elementary Magnet School (70%) and Emma Jewel Charter Academy (77%). For parents seeking a school with exceptional academics, high engagement, and efficient use of resources, Stevenson is a standout choice.

481

Students ?

15.0

Student/teacher ratio ?

$10,717

Per pupil spending ?

16%

Free/discounted lunch ?

1450 Martin Blvd
Merritt Island, FL 32952

(321) 454-3550

District: Brevard

Racial breakdown:

White:

84.8%

Two or more races:

6.4%

Hispanic:

4.6%

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At a glance

▬ Ranking trend: Holding steady — 100th percentile in 2016 → 98th in 2026

Strengths

✓Test scores above the Florida average (90% vs 62% meeting standards)

✓Ranks in the top 2% of Florida elementary schools

✓Among the top-ranked schools in Brevard

Students meeting standards (2025-2026) ?

This school90%

District avg65%

Florida avg62%

45^th of 2,240

Florida public elementary schools ?

Top 2%▼ down 2 pts since 2016

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★★★★★

SchoolDigger rating ?

3^rd of 66Elementary Schools in the Brevard

24^th of 70Brevard among Florida districts

Statewide rank percentile over time (100 = the top-ranked school in the state; click a legend item to add a student group)

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All Students

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Florida percentile	Rating
2026	94.1	45 of 2240	98.0%	★★★★★
2025	93.7	62 of 2258	97.3%	★★★★★
2024	94.6	59 of 2256	97.4%	★★★★★
2023	94.5	53 of 2240	97.6%	★★★★★
2022	96.3	26 of 2219	98.8%	★★★★★
2021	97.4	11 of 2247	99.5%	★★★★★
2019	96.6	18 of 2182	99.2%	★★★★★
2018	97.5	13 of 2118	99.4%	★★★★★
2017	98.6	6 of 2112	99.7%	★★★★★
2016	98.7	6 of 2087	99.7%	★★★★★
2014	98.5	5 of 2064	99.8%	★★★★★
2013	98.1	7 of 2029	99.7%	★★★★★
2012	98.6	4 of 1984	99.8%	★★★★★
2011	96.9	5 of 1985	99.7%	★★★★★
2010	97.7	3 of 1919	99.8%	★★★★★
2009	97.6	2 of 1847	99.9%	★★★★★
2008	97.5	2 of 1789	99.9%	★★★★★
2007	97.9	2 of 1786	99.9%	★★★★★
2006	97.7	5 of 1688	99.7%	★★★★★
2005	97.1	5 of 202	97.5%	★★★★★
2004	93.9	14 of 199	93.0%	★★★★★

By subject vs Florida (2025-2026) ?

Math91%+28 vs state

English Language Arts90%+29 vs state

Science89%+29 vs state

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by a parent
Saturday, April 14, 2012

Horrible school!! It is more of a prison than it is a school. Don't be fooled by the high test scores either. The school forces any low performing student out prior to the 3rd grade FCAT's. Students are belitttled by the Principle on a daily basis. He, Mr. Corneau, singles out these little children in front of the other kids, and makes an example of them to scare the other kids to follow his laws. The school has a strict "closed door" policy and will not let visitors, parents, or anyone else into the school without being very, very carefully monitored.

It is the "School of the Arts" yet there is absolutely no artwork displayed throughout the school. They constantly are asking for money, but the funds they receive are not utilized to enhance the education of the children. I could go on for hours. The board of education is aware of the corruption at the school, but they choose to turn the other cheek to it.

I wanted to write this for the sake of any person who may be considering sending their child to Stevenson in the future. I've heard many people say that the parents who complain about this school simply have children who can't "keep up" academically. A more appropriate description should be that anyone, student or parent, who is a leader, should not attend this school. They do not want strong individuals. The school will break down your child and clone him or her to their beliefs. This looks good in quick observations, the hallways are quiet, the kids are all in line, and they all look the same. But if you listen carefully, and look hard enough, you will see tears in the children's eyes. You will also see entire classes being punished and humiliated because of the actions of one or two classmates. There is absolutely zero positive reinforcement. They simply bully, embarrass, and abuse the children in the school.

Please, look into other options for your child/children. You will be glad you did. Close Quote

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2026)				Ranking (2025)				FAST English Language Arts (2026)						FAST Math (2026)						Statewide Science Science (2026)		EOC Algebra 1 (2026)	EOC Civics (2026)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2025)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2026)	Statewide Rank (2026)	State Percentile (2026)	SchoolDigger Rating (2026)	Average Standard Score (2025)	Statewide Rank (2025)	State Percentile (2025)	Rank Change from Previous Year	FAST English Language Arts 3rd Grade	FAST English Language Arts 4th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 5th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 6th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 7th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 8th Grade	FAST Math 3rd Grade	FAST Math 4th Grade	FAST Math 5th Grade	FAST Math 6th Grade	FAST Math 7th Grade	FAST Math 8th Grade	Statewide Science Science 5th Grade	Statewide Science Science 8th Grade	EOC Algebra 1 End of Course	EOC Civics End of Course	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Robert L. Stevenson Elementary School	Public	K-6	1450 Martin Blvd	Merritt Island	32952	Brevard County	Brevard	No	No	No	No	(321) 454-3550	481	32	15.0	16.0%	408 (84.8%)	3 (0.6%)	22 (4.6%)	15 (3.1%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (0.4%)	31 (6.4%)	94.1	45^th of 2240 public elementary schools	98.0%		93.7	62^nd of 2258 public elementary schools	97.3%	17	83.0	91.0	89.0	98.0			87.0	97.0	82.0	98.0			89.0				$10,717	$507	$10,211
Audubon Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-6	1201 N Banana River Dr	Merritt Island	32952	Brevard County	Brevard	No	No	No	Yes	(321) 452-2085	416	30	13.8	45.0%	265 (63.7%)	27 (6.5%)	53 (12.7%)	9 (2.2%)	0 (0.0%)	6 (1.4%)	56 (13.5%)	72.1	576^th of 2240 public elementary schools	74.3%		63.6	793^rd of 2258 public elementary schools	64.9%	217	69.0	58.0	78.0	74.0			76.0	81.0	66.0	73.0			70.0				$14,695	$1,087	$13,609
Lewis Carroll Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-6	1 Skyline Blvd	Merritt Island	32953	Brevard County	Brevard	No	No	No	No	(321) 452-1234	634	42	15.0	37.1%	480 (75.7%)	16 (2.5%)	74 (11.7%)	14 (2.2%)	2 (0.3%)	1 (0.2%)	47 (7.4%)	74.4	519^th of 2240 public elementary schools	76.8%		86.2	259^th of 2258 public elementary schools	88.5%	260	77.0	67.0	71.0	91.0			82.0	66.0	54.0	91.0			73.0				$11,099	$757	$10,341
Mila Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-6	288 W Merritt Ave	Merritt Island	32953	Brevard County	Brevard	No	No	No	Yes	(321) 454-1070	382	34	11.3	68.6%	165 (43.2%)	85 (22.3%)	77 (20.2%)	9 (2.4%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.3%)	45 (11.8%)	28.2	1706^th of 2240 public elementary schools	23.8%		25.9	1760^th of 2258 public elementary schools	22.1%	54	46.0	38.0	50.0	74.0			35.0	33.0	40.0	71.0			58.0				$18,217	$2,070	$16,147
Tropical Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-6	885 S Courtenay Pkwy	Merritt Island	32952	Brevard County	Brevard	No	No	No	No	(321) 454-1080	569	40	14.2	46.2%	426 (74.9%)	8 (1.4%)	62 (10.9%)	12 (2.1%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.2%)	60 (10.5%)	69.8	637^th of 2240 public elementary schools	71.6%		64.4	767^th of 2258 public elementary schools	66.0%	130	70.0	60.0	63.0	85.0			73.0	67.0	73.0	81.0			73.0				$12,632	$659	$11,972
Cape View Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-6	8440 Rosalind Ave	Cape Canaveral	32920	Brevard County	Brevard	No	No	No	Yes	(321) 784-0284	273	25	10.9	52.7%	172 (63.0%)	7 (2.6%)	70 (25.6%)	3 (1.1%)	1 (0.4%)	3 (1.1%)	17 (6.2%)	37.1	1476^th of 2240 public elementary schools	34.1%		43.6	1260^th of 2258 public elementary schools	44.2%	216	54.0	29.0	54.0	74.0			46.0	32.0	61.0	64.0			68.0				$16,099	$1,019	$15,081
Cambridge Elementary Magnet School	Public, Magnet	PK, KG-6	2000 Cambridge Dr	Cocoa	32922	Brevard County	Brevard	No	Yes	No	Yes	(321) 633-3550	477	33	14.4	70.0%	92 (19.3%)	112 (23.5%)	227 (47.6%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (0.4%)	1 (0.2%)	43 (9.0%)	26.1	1760^th of 2240 public elementary schools	21.4%		30.1	1644^th of 2258 public elementary schools	27.2%	116	33.0	39.0	44.0	54.0			27.0	44.0	56.0	61.0			67.0				$13,731	$2,006	$11,724
Endeavour Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-6	905 Pineda St	Cocoa	32922	Brevard County	Brevard	No	No	No	Yes	(321) 633-3545	732	49	14.9	65.7%	93 (12.7%)	223 (30.5%)	365 (49.9%)	2 (0.3%)	7 (1.0%)	9 (1.2%)	33 (4.5%)	9.2	2153^rd of 2240 public elementary schools	3.9%		5.6	2212^th of 2258 public elementary schools	2.0%	59	25.0	21.0	35.0	31.0			43.0	30.0	20.0	44.0			53.0				$13,250	$1,916	$11,334
Emma Jewel Charter Academy	Public, Charter	K-8	705 Blake Ave	Cocoa	32922	Brevard County	Brevard	Yes	No	No	Yes	(321) 634-5462	339	17	20.5	77.0%	20 (5.9%)	263 (77.6%)	22 (6.5%)	1 (0.3%)	3 (0.9%)	1 (0.3%)	29 (8.6%)	17.6	1985^th of 2240 public elementary schools	11.4%		14.2	2056^th of 2258 public elementary schools	8.9%	71	53.0	33.0	33.0	65.0	61.0	50.0	63.0	25.0	33.0	54.0	65.0	43.0	13.0	27.0	90.0	87.0	$12,994	$1,786	$11,208
Golfview Elementary Magnet School	Public, Magnet	PK, KG-6	1530 S Fiske Blvd	Rockledge	32955	Brevard County	Brevard	No	Yes	No	Yes	(321) 633-3570	448	36	12.4	68.8%	93 (20.8%)	181 (40.4%)	115 (25.7%)	7 (1.6%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.2%)	51 (11.4%)	11.5	2113^th of 2240 public elementary schools	5.7%		10.7	2133^rd of 2258 public elementary schools	5.5%	20	39.0	29.0	38.0	42.0			40.0	40.0	35.0	43.0			41.0				$14,978	$1,909	$13,069

Frequently Asked Questions about Robert L. Stevenson Elementary School

Is Robert L. Stevenson Elementary School a good school?

Yes! Robert L. Stevenson Elementary School is one of the best elementary schools in the state. It ranks 45^th of 2240 Florida elementary schools.

What district is Robert L. Stevenson Elementary School in?

Brevard

How many students attend Robert L. Stevenson Elementary School?

In the 2024-25 school year, 481 students attended Robert L. Stevenson Elementary School.

What is the racial makeup of Robert L. Stevenson Elementary School?

Students at Robert L. Stevenson Elementary School are 85% White, 6% Two or more races, 5% Hispanic, 3% Asian.

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