Serving 648 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kernan Trail Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 648 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kernan Trail Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Kernan Trail Elementary School's student population of 648 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
648 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kernan Trail Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kernan Trail Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#823 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
25%
36%
Black
18%
21%
White
38%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
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 Kernan Trail Elementary School's ranking?
Kernan Trail Elementary School is ranked #823 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Kernan Trail Elementary School often compared to?
Kernan Trail Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chet's Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Kernan Trail Elementary School?
648 students attend Kernan Trail Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Kernan Trail Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kernan Trail Elementary School?
Kernan Trail Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kernan Trail Elementary School offer ?
Kernan Trail Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Kernan Trail Elementary School part of?
Kernan Trail Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Kernan Trail Elementary School located?
Kernan Trail Elementary School is located in the Golden Glades And The Woods neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in Golden Glades And The Woods.
School Calendar
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Date
First day of school
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
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