Serving 639 students in grades 3-5, Emma Love Hardee 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 74% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 639 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Emma Love Hardee Elementary serves the eastern part of Fernandina Beach, FL, covering an area of approximately 44.4 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 8.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emma Love Hardee 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
Emma Love Hardee Elementary School's student population of 639 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
639 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Emma Love Hardee 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 Emma Love Hardee Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#559 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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 Emma Love Hardee Elementary School's ranking?
Emma Love Hardee Elementary School is ranked #559 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Emma Love Hardee Elementary School often compared to?
Emma Love Hardee Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wildlight Elementary School, Yulee Elementary School, Southside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Emma Love Hardee Elementary School?
639 students attend Emma Love Hardee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Emma Love Hardee Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emma Love Hardee Elementary School?
Emma Love Hardee Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Emma Love Hardee Elementary School offer ?
Emma Love Hardee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Emma Love Hardee Elementary School part of?
Emma Love Hardee Elementary School is part of Nassau School District.
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