W. MELBOURNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR SCIENCE

2255 MEADOWLANE AVE
WEST MELBOURNE, FL 32904

www.wmelbourne.brevard.k12.fl.us

549 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 6th

School Overview

W. Melbourne Elementary School for Science is a specialized public school located in West Melbourne, Florida, serving students in grades Pre-K through 6. As part of the Brevard Public Schools district, the institution is distinct for its dedicated focus on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education. By integrating inquiry-based learning and hands-on scientific exploration into its core curriculum, the school aims to foster critical thinking and analytical skills, preparing students to excel in an increasingly technology-driven world.

Beyond its academic emphasis, W. Melbourne Elementary is known for cultivating a supportive and engaging community environment. The school leverages its science-focused identity to offer unique enrichment opportunities, including science fairs, robotics clubs, and partnerships that connect students with real-world scientific applications. With a mission centered on student success and curiosity, the school provides a structured yet innovative atmosphere designed to develop both the academic proficiency and the creative problem-solving abilities of its diverse student body.

549

Total Students

34.9

Full-Time Teachers

15.7

Student/Teacher Ratio

22.0%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for W. MELBOURNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR SCIENCE
Demographic	Student Count
White	344
Hispanic	56
Black	26
Asian	78
Two or More	45

White
344 (62.7 %)
Asian
78 (14.2 %)
Hispanic
56 (10.2 %)
Two or More
45 (8.2 %)
Black
26 (4.7 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	BREVARD
Phone:	(321)956-5040
Website:	http://www.wmelbourne.brevard.k12.fl.us
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 6th
Total Students:	549
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	34.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.7
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	82
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	39

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 72

Grade 1 72

Grade 2 72

Grade 3 73

Grade 4 85

Grade 5 88

Grade 6 87

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for W. MELBOURNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR SCIENCE
Grade	Student Count
Kindergarten	72
Grade 1	72
Grade 2	72
Grade 3	73
Grade 4	85
Grade 5	88
Grade 6	87

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for W. MELBOURNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR SCIENCE
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	261	47.5%
Male	288	52.5%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)