Oceanway Elementary School

12555 Gillespie Ave
Jacksonville, FL 32218
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 728 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oceanway 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 66% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 728 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 59%
  • : Top 50% in FL
  • : 66% (Top 30%)
  • : 53% (Top 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • : Oceanway Elementary School serves the northern part of Jacksonville, FL, covering an attendance area of approximately 14 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 8.6 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Oceanway Elementary School's student population of 728 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
728 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓

School Calendar
School Motto
Where learning puts you on the map

School Rankings

Oceanway 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 Oceanway Elementary School is 0.71, 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#1147 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

66%
52%

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

53%
52%

Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
3%
3%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
15%
38%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓

Black
32%
21%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓

White
41%
34%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
9%
4%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
59%
0.71

Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
40.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
42%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%

Showing 2009–2021. Full 19-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 Oceanway Elementary School's ranking?
Oceanway Elementary School is ranked #1147 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Oceanway Elementary School often compared to?
Oceanway Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like San Mateo Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Oceanway Elementary School?
728 students attend Oceanway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Oceanway Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oceanway Elementary School?
Oceanway Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Oceanway Elementary School offer ?
Oceanway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oceanway Elementary School part of?
Oceanway Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Oceanway Elementary School located?
Oceanway Elementary School is located in the Oceanway neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 728 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 59%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 66% (Top 30%)
  • : 53% (Top 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • : Oceanway Elementary School serves the northern part of Jacksonville, FL, covering an attendance area of approximately 14 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 8.6 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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