Serving 506 students in grades Kindergarten-8, W. R. Tolar K-8 School ranks in the top 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 61% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
W. R. Tolar K-8 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
W. R. Tolar K-8 School's student population of 506 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
506 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Learn it, Live it, Pass it on
School Rankings
W. R. Tolar K-8 School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of W. R. Tolar K-8 School is 0.51, 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
#1417 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
14%
37%
Black
11%
21%
White
68%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
1%
5%
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 W. R. Tolar K-8 School's ranking?
W. R. Tolar K-8 School is ranked #1417 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend W. R. Tolar K-8 School?
506 students attend W. R. Tolar K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of W. R. Tolar K-8 School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of W. R. Tolar K-8 School?
W. R. Tolar K-8 School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does W. R. Tolar K-8 School offer ?
W. R. Tolar K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is W. R. Tolar K-8 School part of?
W. R. Tolar K-8 School is part of Liberty School District.
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