Serving 809 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Twin Lakes Academy 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% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (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 79% 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: 809 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Twin Lakes Academy Elementary School serves the southeast area of Jacksonville, FL, encompassing approximately 22.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Twin Lakes Academy Elementary School's student population of 809 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
809 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Twin Lakes Academy 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 Twin Lakes Academy Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#2092 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
44%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
21%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Twin Lakes Academy Elementary School's ranking?
Twin Lakes Academy Elementary School is ranked #2092 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Twin Lakes Academy Elementary School often compared to?
Twin Lakes Academy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southside Estates Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Twin Lakes Academy Elementary School?
809 students attend Twin Lakes Academy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Twin Lakes Academy Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Twin Lakes Academy Elementary School?
Twin Lakes Academy Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Twin Lakes Academy Elementary School offer ?
Twin Lakes Academy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Twin Lakes Academy Elementary School part of?
Twin Lakes Academy Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Twin Lakes Academy Elementary School located?
Twin Lakes Academy Elementary School is located in the Deerwood neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Deerwood.
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