Serving 520 students in grades Kindergarten-5, San Mateo 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% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 520 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: San Mateo Elementary School serves the northeast part of Jacksonville, FL, covering an area of approximately 16.1 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance area being about 5.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
San Mateo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
San Mateo Elementary School's student population of 520 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
520 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
San Mateo 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 San Mateo Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#674 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
40%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
40%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Loyal Lions
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Mateo Elementary School's ranking?
San Mateo Elementary School is ranked #674 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are San Mateo Elementary School often compared to?
San Mateo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oceanway Elementary School, Biscayne Elementary School, Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend San Mateo Elementary School?
520 students attend San Mateo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of San Mateo Elementary School students are Black, 40% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of San Mateo Elementary School?
San Mateo Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does San Mateo Elementary School offer ?
San Mateo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is San Mateo Elementary School part of?
San Mateo Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is San Mateo Elementary School located?
San Mateo Elementary School is located in the Northside neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 18 other public schools located in Northside.
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