Serving 884 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 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (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 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 884 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Chaffee Trail Elementary serves the west part of Jacksonville, FL, covering an area of approximately 13.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chaffee Trail Elementary School's student population of 884 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
884 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Chaffee Trail Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 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
#1374 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
47%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
29%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chaffee Trail Elementary School's ranking?
Chaffee Trail Elementary School is ranked #1374 out of 3,662 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, Whitehouse Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% 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?
884 students attend Chaffee Trail Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Chaffee Trail Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
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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