Serving 390 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Garden City 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 90% 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: 390 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Garden City Elementary School serves the northern part of Jacksonville, FL, covering an area of approximately 7.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Garden City Elementary School's student population of 390 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
390 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
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School Rankings
Garden City 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 Garden City Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#2633 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
75%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
10%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)59.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
4%
Showing 2010–2021. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
The Bee
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garden City Elementary School's ranking?
Garden City Elementary School is ranked #2633 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Garden City Elementary School often compared to?
Garden City Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Biscayne Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Garden City Elementary School?
390 students attend Garden City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Garden City Elementary School students are Black, 10% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Garden City Elementary School?
Garden City Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Garden City Elementary School offer ?
Garden City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Garden City Elementary School part of?
Garden City Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Garden City Elementary School located?
Garden City Elementary School is located in the Highlands neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 7 other public schools located in Highlands.
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