Serving 311 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lake Lucina Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 311 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake Lucina Elementary School's student population of 311 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
311 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Lucina Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Lucina Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#1553 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
29%
37%
Black
41%
21%
White
17%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
47%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Lucina Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Lucina Elementary School is ranked #1553 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lake Lucina Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Lucina Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Caroline Elementary School, Merrill Road Elementary School, Arlington Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lake Lucina Elementary School?
311 students attend Lake Lucina Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Lake Lucina Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Lucina Elementary School?
Lake Lucina Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lake Lucina Elementary School offer ?
Lake Lucina Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Lucina Elementary School part of?
Lake Lucina Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Lake Lucina Elementary School located?
Lake Lucina Elementary School is located in the Fairways Forest neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL.
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