Serving 611 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 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 97% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 611 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in FL
- Math Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 97% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jacksonville Beach Elementary School's student population of 611 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
611 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jacksonville Beach Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jacksonville Beach Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#4 out of 3662 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
97%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
51%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
31%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
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)16.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 23-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 Jacksonville Beach Elementary School's ranking?
Jacksonville Beach Elementary School is ranked #4 out of 3,662 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 52% FL state average), while 97% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Jacksonville Beach Elementary School?
611 students attend Jacksonville Beach Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Jacksonville Beach Elementary School students are Asian, 31% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% 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 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jacksonville Beach Elementary School offer ?
Jacksonville Beach Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
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.
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