Serving 509 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Abess Park Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 57% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: ABESS PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL serves the east part of Jacksonville, FL, covering an area of approximately 3.5 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Abess Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Abess Park Elementary School's student population of 509 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
509 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Abess Park Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Abess Park Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#894 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Asian
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Hispanic
15%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Black
24%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
White
40%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abess Park Elementary School's ranking?
Abess Park Elementary School is ranked #894 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Abess Park Elementary School often compared to?
Abess Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waterleaf 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 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Abess Park Elementary School?
509 students attend Abess Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Abess Park Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Abess Park Elementary School?
Abess Park Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Abess Park Elementary School offer ?
Abess Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Abess Park Elementary School part of?
Abess Park Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Abess Park Elementary School located?
Abess Park Elementary School is located in the East Arlington neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in East Arlington.
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