Serving 332 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ruth N. Upson Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ruth N. Upson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Ruth N. Upson Elementary School's student population of 332 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
332 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1916
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sun. Aug 31, 2025
School Motto
A Proven History: 100 Years of Educational Excellence
School Rankings
Ruth N. Upson 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 Ruth N. Upson Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#732 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
7%
37%
Black
39%
21%
White
43%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
47%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ruth N. Upson Elementary School's ranking?
Ruth N. Upson Elementary School is ranked #732 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Ruth N. Upson Elementary School often compared to?
Ruth N. Upson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fishweir Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Ruth N. Upson Elementary School?
332 students attend Ruth N. Upson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Ruth N. Upson Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ruth N. Upson Elementary School?
Ruth N. Upson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ruth N. Upson Elementary School offer ?
Ruth N. Upson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ruth N. Upson Elementary School part of?
Ruth N. Upson Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Ruth N. Upson Elementary School located?
Ruth N. Upson Elementary School is located in the Northwest neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in Northwest.
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