Serving 1,039 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Loretto Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,039 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Loretto Elementary School serves the southern part of Jacksonville, FL, within an attendance area covering approximately 9.9 square miles. Most families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 4.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Loretto Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Loretto Elementary School's student population of 1,039 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,039 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Loretto Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Loretto Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#730 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
12%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
16%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
8%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
58%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
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)19.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
Showing 2012–2021. View full 23-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 Loretto Elementary School's ranking?
Loretto Elementary School is ranked #730 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Loretto Elementary School often compared to?
Loretto Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mandarin Oaks Elementary School, Greenland Pines Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Loretto Elementary School?
1,039 students attend Loretto Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Loretto Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Loretto Elementary School?
Loretto Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Loretto Elementary School offer ?
Loretto Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Loretto Elementary School part of?
Loretto Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Loretto Elementary School located?
Loretto Elementary School is located in the Southside neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 8 other public schools located in Southside.
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