W. MELBOURNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR SCIENCE

2255 MEADOWLANE AVE
WEST MELBOURNE, FL 32904

www.wmelbourne.brevard.k12.fl.us

605 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.

605

Total Students

37.9

Full-Time Teachers

16.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

20.0%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for W. MELBOURNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR SCIENCE
Demographic	Student Count
White	370
Hispanic	72
Black	43
Asian	71
Two or More	46
American Indian	2
Pacific Islander	1

White
370 (61.2%)
Hispanic
72 (11.9%)
Asian
71 (11.7%)
Two or More
46 (7.6%)
Black
43 (7.1%)
American Indian
2 (0.3%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.2%)

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:	605
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	37.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.0
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 90

Grade 1 90

Grade 2 90

Grade 3 72

Grade 4 87

Grade 5 88

Grade 6 88

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for W. MELBOURNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR SCIENCE
Grade	Student Count
Kindergarten	90
Grade 1	90
Grade 2	90
Grade 3	72
Grade 4	87
Grade 5	88
Grade 6	88

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for W. MELBOURNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR SCIENCE
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	302	49.9%
Male	303	50.1%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)