Serving 543 students in grades Kindergarten-5, San Mateo 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 67% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher 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 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 543 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
San Mateo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
San Mateo Elementary School's student population of 543 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
543 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
San Mateo Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of San Mateo Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#717 out of 3655 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
9%
36%
Black
35%
21%
White
45%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
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 San Mateo Elementary School's ranking?
San Mateo Elementary School is ranked #717 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are San Mateo Elementary School often compared to?
San Mateo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oceanway Elementary School, Biscayne Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend San Mateo Elementary School?
543 students attend San Mateo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of San Mateo Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of San Mateo Elementary School?
San Mateo Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does San Mateo Elementary School offer ?
San Mateo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is San Mateo Elementary School part of?
San Mateo Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is San Mateo Elementary School located?
San Mateo Elementary School is located in the Northside neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 18 other public schools located in Northside.
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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