Summary:
Sebastian, Florida, is home to three elementary schools—Treasure Coast Elementary School, Pelican Island Elementary School, and Sebastian Elementary School—serving grades PK-5 within the highly rated Indian River School District, which ranks in the 90th percentile statewide.
Treasure Coast Elementary School stands out as the top performer, earning a 4-star rating and ranking in the 76th percentile. It is the largest school (679 students) yet spends the least per student ($11,064), demonstrating strong operational efficiency. Its test scores consistently exceed district and state averages, especially in Science and Math. In contrast, Pelican Island Elementary School has the highest per-student spending ($17,520) and the lowest student-teacher ratio (12.6:1), but its academic results are more volatile and it holds the lowest state ranking (3-star) among the three. Sebastian Elementary School faces the highest economic disadvantage rate (63.78%) and chronic absenteeism (31.8%), yet still achieves a 4-star rating and ranks in the 71st percentile, with particularly strong 4th-grade Math scores (77% proficient).
Key metrics show enrollment ranges from 312 to 679 students, and chronic absenteeism across all schools is below the district average of 35%. A notable finding is the "efficiency vs. resources" paradox: Treasure Coast achieves top results with lower spending and larger class sizes, while Pelican Island’s higher investment does not guarantee superior outcomes. Additionally, Sebastian Elementary defies odds by maintaining strong performance despite significant socioeconomic challenges, and Treasure Coast demonstrates a clear strength in STEM, with 5th-grade Science proficiency at 78% for two consecutive years.
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