Serving 465 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fort Caroline Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower 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 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fort Caroline Elementary School serves the northeast part of Jacksonville, FL, covering an area of approximately 4.2 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school and an average distance of 1.1 miles to the zone's edge. The furthest point in the attendance zone is about 2.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fort Caroline Elementary School's student population of 465 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
465 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fort Caroline Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fort Caroline Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#2787 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
17%
38%
Black
64%
21%
White
13%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)89.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Caroline Elementary School's ranking?
Fort Caroline Elementary School is ranked #2787 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Fort Caroline Elementary School often compared to?
Fort Caroline Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Merrill Road Elementary School, Lake Lucina Elementary School, Arlington Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Fort Caroline Elementary School?
465 students attend Fort Caroline Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Fort Caroline Elementary School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fort Caroline Elementary School?
Fort Caroline Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fort Caroline Elementary School offer ?
Fort Caroline Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fort Caroline Elementary School part of?
Fort Caroline Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Fort Caroline Elementary School located?
Fort Caroline Elementary School is located in the Woodmere neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Woodmere.
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