Serving 614 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Shore Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 614 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Shore Elementary serves the northeast part of Jacksonville, FL, covering an area of approximately 4.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Shore Elementary School's student population of 614 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
614 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Shore Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Shore Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#3016 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
83%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)88.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
Showing 2008–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Balanced education for a balanced life
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Shore Elementary School's ranking?
North Shore Elementary School is ranked #3016 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are North Shore Elementary School often compared to?
North Shore Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend North Shore Elementary School?
614 students attend North Shore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of North Shore Elementary School students are Black, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Shore Elementary School?
North Shore Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Shore Elementary School offer ?
North Shore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Shore Elementary School part of?
North Shore Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is North Shore Elementary School located?
North Shore Elementary School is located in the Brentwood neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Brentwood.
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