Serving 758 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower 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 94% 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: 758 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School serves the northwest part of Jacksonville, FL, covering an area of approximately 2.6 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, typically no more than 1.1 miles from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School's student population of 758 students has grown by 301% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 207% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
758 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rutledge H. Pearson 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 Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#2016 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
86%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
6%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
4%
Showing 2007–2021. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School's ranking?
Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School is ranked #2016 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School often compared to?
Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Biscayne Elementary School, San Mateo Elementary School, Sallye B. Mathis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School?
758 students attend Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School students are Black, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School?
Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School offer ?
Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School part of?
Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School located?
Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School is located in the Northside neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 18 other public schools located in Northside.
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