Serving 598 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jacksonville Beach Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥99% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥99% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 598 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in FL
- Math Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jacksonville Beach Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Jacksonville Beach Elementary School's student population of 598 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
598 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jacksonville Beach Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jacksonville Beach Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#1 out of 3655 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
50%
3%
Hispanic
6%
36%
Black
3%
21%
White
35%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
50%
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 Jacksonville Beach Elementary School's ranking?
Jacksonville Beach Elementary School is ranked #1 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥99% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while ≥99% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Jacksonville Beach Elementary School?
598 students attend Jacksonville Beach Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Jacksonville Beach Elementary School students are Asian, 35% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jacksonville Beach Elementary School?
Jacksonville Beach Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Jacksonville Beach Elementary School offer ?
Jacksonville Beach Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Jacksonville Beach Elementary School part of?
Jacksonville Beach Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Jacksonville Beach Elementary School located?
Jacksonville Beach Elementary School is located in the The Beaches neighborhood of Jacksonville Beach, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in The Beaches.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last day of school
May 31, 2024 (Friday)
First day of school
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
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