Serving 1,079 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chet's Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 76% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,079 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Chet's Creek Elementary School serves the eastern part of Jacksonville, FL, covering an area of approximately 6.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 1.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chet's Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Chet's Creek Elementary School's student population of 1,079 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,079 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Motto
Lifelong Relationships. Strategic Risks. Exemplary Results.
School Rankings
Chet's Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chet's Creek 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
#404 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
31%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 23-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 Chet's Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Chet's Creek Elementary School is ranked #404 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Chet's Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Chet's Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alimacani Elementary School, J. Allen Axson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Chet's Creek Elementary School?
1,079 students attend Chet's Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Chet's Creek Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chet's Creek Elementary School?
Chet's Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chet's Creek Elementary School offer ?
Chet's Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chet's Creek Elementary School part of?
Chet's Creek Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Chet's Creek Elementary School located?
Chet's Creek Elementary School is located in the Southside neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 8 other public schools located in Southside.
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