Serving 1,061 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mandarin Oaks Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 62% (which is higher 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 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,061 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mandarin Oaks Elementary School is located in the southeast part of Jacksonville, FL, serving an attendance area of approximately 29.9 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 9.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mandarin Oaks Elementary School's student population of 1,061 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,061 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student. Every Day.
School Rankings
Mandarin Oaks Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mandarin Oaks Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#927 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
49%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
4%
Showing 2012–2021. 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 Mandarin Oaks Elementary School's ranking?
Mandarin Oaks Elementary School is ranked #927 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Mandarin Oaks Elementary School often compared to?
Mandarin Oaks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Loretto 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 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Mandarin Oaks Elementary School?
1,061 students attend Mandarin Oaks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Mandarin Oaks Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mandarin Oaks Elementary School?
Mandarin Oaks Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mandarin Oaks Elementary School offer ?
Mandarin Oaks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mandarin Oaks Elementary School part of?
Mandarin Oaks Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Mandarin Oaks Elementary School located?
Mandarin Oaks Elementary School is located in the Mandarin Station neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in Mandarin Station.
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