Serving 871 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chimney Lakes 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 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 871 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chimney Lakes Elementary School serves the southwest part of Jacksonville, FL, covering an area of approximately 4.3 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chimney Lakes Elementary School's student population of 871 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
871 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chimney Lakes 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 Chimney Lakes Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#1166 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
19%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
41%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
27%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Two or more races
11%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
Showing 2010–2021. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chimney Lakes Elementary School's ranking?
Chimney Lakes Elementary School is ranked #1166 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Chimney Lakes Elementary School often compared to?
Chimney Lakes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Enterprise Learning Academy 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 Chimney Lakes Elementary School?
871 students attend Chimney Lakes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Chimney Lakes Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chimney Lakes Elementary School?
Chimney Lakes Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chimney Lakes Elementary School offer ?
Chimney Lakes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chimney Lakes Elementary School part of?
Chimney Lakes Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Chimney Lakes Elementary School located?
Chimney Lakes 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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