Arlington Heights Elementary School

1520 Sprinkle Dr
Jacksonville, FL 32211
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 253 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Arlington Heights Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 253 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 79%
  • : Bottom 50% in FL
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Arlington Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

School Overview

Arlington Heights Elementary School's student population of 253 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
253 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars

School Rankings

Arlington Heights Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arlington Heights 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#2202 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
50-54%
52%
35-39%
52%
30-39%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
23%
37%
Black
48%
21%
White
21%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.67
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Arlington Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Arlington Heights Elementary School is ranked #2202 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Arlington Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Arlington Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Lucina Elementary School, Fort Caroline Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Arlington Heights Elementary School?
253 students attend Arlington Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Arlington Heights Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arlington Heights Elementary School?
Arlington Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Arlington Heights Elementary School offer ?
Arlington Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arlington Heights Elementary School part of?
Arlington Heights Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Arlington Heights Elementary School located?
Arlington Heights Elementary School is located in the Arlington neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Arlington.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 253 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 79%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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