Serving 433 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Northwestern Legends 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 30% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (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 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Saint Clair Evans Academy serves the northern part of Jacksonville, FL, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone being about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwestern Legends Elementary School's student population of 433 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
433 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
2020
School Calendar
School Motto
Where we build legends of the future!
School Rankings
Northwestern Legends 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 Northwestern Legends Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#3447 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
38%
Black
87%
21%
White
2%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
42%
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 Northwestern Legends Elementary School's ranking?
Northwestern Legends Elementary School is ranked #3447 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Northwestern Legends Elementary School?
433 students attend Northwestern Legends Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Northwestern Legends Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwestern Legends Elementary School?
Northwestern Legends Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northwestern Legends Elementary School offer ?
Northwestern Legends Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwestern Legends Elementary School part of?
Northwestern Legends Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Northwestern Legends Elementary School located?
Northwestern Legends Elementary School is located in the Royal Terrace neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL.
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