Serving 434 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Spessard L. Holland Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spessard L. Holland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Spessard L. Holland Elementary School's student population of 434 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
434 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Spessard L. Holland Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spessard L. Holland Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#171 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
12%
37%
Black
5%
21%
White
73%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spessard L. Holland Elementary School's ranking?
Spessard L. Holland Elementary School is ranked #171 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Spessard L. Holland Elementary School often compared to?
Spessard L. Holland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Surfside Elementary School, Sea Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Spessard L. Holland Elementary School?
434 students attend Spessard L. Holland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Spessard L. Holland Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spessard L. Holland Elementary School?
Spessard L. Holland Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Spessard L. Holland Elementary School offer ?
Spessard L. Holland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Spessard L. Holland Elementary School part of?
Spessard L. Holland Elementary School is part of Brevard School District.
School Reviews
5 8/5/2022
Holland is an amazing school. We are out of area and are so glad we got into a school that treats you like family. We love the teachers and high academic standards. They have phenomenal programs for the students and create a love of learning. The staff is loving, caring and cares for each and every student (and parent).
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