DR. W.J. CREEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
DR. W.J. CREEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the BREVARD school district, located in MELBOURNE, FL with about 887 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 7th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 71 teachers, DR. W.J. CREEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
DR. W.J. CREEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in Melbourne, Florida, is a public school serving students in Brevard County. The school is named in honor of Dr. W.J. Creel, a dedicated educator and community figure who served as the superintendent of Brevard County schools for many years. Situated in a residential area, the school has long functioned as a cornerstone of its local neighborhood, emphasizing a traditional elementary education focused on fundamental academic skills, character development, and fostering a supportive learning environment for young students.
As part of the Brevard Public Schools district, the institution provides a comprehensive curriculum that integrates core subjects like mathematics, reading, and science with opportunities for enrichment. The school is known for maintaining a strong sense of community, frequently encouraging parental involvement and hosting various school-wide events to engage families. By prioritizing both academic achievement and the social-emotional growth of its students, Dr. W.J. Creel Elementary aims to prepare its pupils for the transition to middle school while maintaining a stable and nurturing atmosphere for its diverse student body.
For more information, contact DR. W.J. CREEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (321) 259-3233 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
MELBOURNE, FL 32935-5494
(321) 259-3233
DR. W.J. CREEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in MELBOURNE, FL with about 887 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Florida
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- BREVARD
- Total Students:
- 887
- Teachers:
- 71
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 887 students
- White
- 53.6%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 17.5%
- Black or African American
- 16.3%
- Two or more races
- 11.0%
- Asian
- 1.5%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 45.2%
- Male
- 54.8%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.