Serving 561 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oceanway Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 561 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oceanway Elementary School's student population of 561 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
561 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oceanway Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oceanway Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#1459 out of 3655 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
14%
36%
Black
27%
21%
White
50%
36%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
50%
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 Oceanway Elementary School's ranking?
Oceanway Elementary School is ranked #1459 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Oceanway Elementary School often compared to?
Oceanway Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like San Mateo Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Oceanway Elementary School?
561 students attend Oceanway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Oceanway Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oceanway Elementary School?
Oceanway Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Oceanway Elementary School offer ?
Oceanway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Oceanway Elementary School part of?
Oceanway Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Oceanway Elementary School located?
Oceanway Elementary School is located in the Oceanway neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL.
School Calendar
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Date
Last day of school
May 31, 2024 (Friday)
First day of school
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
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