Serving 752 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Alimacani Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 752 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alimacani Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Alimacani Elementary School's student population of 752 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
752 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alimacani Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alimacani Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#703 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
19%
37%
Black
8%
21%
White
63%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alimacani Elementary School's ranking?
Alimacani Elementary School is ranked #703 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Alimacani Elementary School often compared to?
Alimacani Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chet's Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Alimacani Elementary School?
752 students attend Alimacani Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Alimacani Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alimacani Elementary School?
Alimacani Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Alimacani Elementary School offer ?
Alimacani Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Alimacani Elementary School part of?
Alimacani Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Alimacani Elementary School located?
Alimacani Elementary School is located in the Atlantic Highlands neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL.
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