Serving 611 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jensen Beach Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 611 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Jensen Beach Elementary School serves the northeast part of Jensen Beach, FL, covering an area of approximately 7.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jensen 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
Jensen Beach Elementary School's student population of 611 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
611 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jensen Beach Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jensen Beach Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#364 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
14%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
8%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
69%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
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)17.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jensen Beach Elementary School's ranking?
Jensen Beach Elementary School is ranked #364 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Jensen Beach Elementary School often compared to?
Jensen Beach Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Felix A Williams Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Jensen Beach Elementary School?
611 students attend Jensen Beach Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Jensen Beach Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jensen Beach Elementary School?
Jensen Beach Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jensen Beach Elementary School offer ?
Jensen Beach Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jensen Beach Elementary School part of?
Jensen Beach Elementary School is part of Martin School District.
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