Serving 630 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sabal Palm Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% 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: 630 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Sabal Palm Elementary School serves the eastern part of Jacksonville, FL, covering an area of approximately 7.7 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of about 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located up to 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sabal Palm Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sabal Palm Elementary School's student population of 630 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
630 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sabal Palm Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sabal Palm Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#1067 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
55%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
4%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 23-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 Sabal Palm Elementary School's ranking?
Sabal Palm Elementary School is ranked #1067 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Sabal Palm Elementary School often compared to?
Sabal Palm Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waterleaf Elementary School, Alimacani Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Sabal Palm Elementary School?
630 students attend Sabal Palm Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Sabal Palm Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sabal Palm Elementary School?
Sabal Palm Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sabal Palm Elementary School offer ?
Sabal Palm Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sabal Palm Elementary School part of?
Sabal Palm Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Sabal Palm Elementary School located?
Sabal Palm Elementary School is located in the East Arlington neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in East Arlington.
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