Serving 442 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cedar Hills Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cedar Hills Elementary School's student population of 442 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
442 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cedar Hills Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cedar Hills Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#3110 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
13%
36%
Black
55%
21%
White
16%
36%
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
76%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cedar Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Cedar Hills Elementary School is ranked #3110 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Cedar Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Cedar Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Annie R. Morgan Elementary School, Hidden Oaks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Cedar Hills Elementary School?
442 students attend Cedar Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Cedar Hills Elementary School students are Black, 16% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cedar Hills Elementary School?
Cedar Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Cedar Hills Elementary School offer ?
Cedar Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Cedar Hills Elementary School part of?
Cedar Hills Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Cedar Hills Elementary School located?
Cedar Hills Elementary School is located in the Cedar Hills neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in Cedar Hills.
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Date
First day of school
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
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