Serving 701 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Greenland Pines Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 67% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (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 47% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 701 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Greenland Pines Elementary School serves the southeast part of Jacksonville, FL, covering an area of approximately 9.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.1 miles to the school from the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 3.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Greenland Pines Elementary School's student population of 701 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
701 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Greenland Pines Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greenland Pines Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#748 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
15%
38%
Black
17%
21%
White
53%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greenland Pines Elementary School's ranking?
Greenland Pines Elementary School is ranked #748 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Greenland Pines Elementary School often compared to?
Greenland Pines Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mandarin Oaks Elementary School, Loretto Elementary School, Bartram Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Greenland Pines Elementary School?
701 students attend Greenland Pines Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Greenland Pines Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greenland Pines Elementary School?
Greenland Pines Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Greenland Pines Elementary School offer ?
Greenland Pines Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Greenland Pines Elementary School part of?
Greenland Pines Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Greenland Pines Elementary School located?
Greenland Pines Elementary School is located in the Southside neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 8 other public schools located in Southside.
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