Serving 823 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chaffee Trail 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 65% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher 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 69% 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: 823 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chaffee Trail Elementary School's student population of 823 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
823 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chaffee Trail Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chaffee Trail Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#1192 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
11%
37%
Black
46%
21%
White
31%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
47%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chaffee Trail Elementary School's ranking?
Chaffee Trail Elementary School is ranked #1192 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Chaffee Trail Elementary School often compared to?
Chaffee Trail Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crystal Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Chaffee Trail Elementary School?
823 students attend Chaffee Trail Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Chaffee Trail Elementary School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chaffee Trail Elementary School?
Chaffee Trail Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chaffee Trail Elementary School offer ?
Chaffee Trail Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chaffee Trail Elementary School part of?
Chaffee Trail Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Chaffee Trail Elementary School located?
Chaffee Trail Elementary School is located in the Southwest Jacksonville neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 18 other public schools located in Southwest Jacksonville.
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