Serving 245 students in grades 3-5, Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower 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 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School serves the northern part of Jacksonville, FL, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Most families in the attendance zone can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School's student population of 245 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
245 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
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School Rankings
Susie E. Tolbert 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 Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#3067 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
8%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
79%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
7%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)89.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
4%
Showing 2006–2021. 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 Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School's ranking?
Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School is ranked #3067 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School often compared to?
Susie E. Tolbert Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grasp Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School?
245 students attend Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School?
Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School offer ?
Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School part of?
Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School located?
Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School is located in the Mid Westside neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in Mid Westside.
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