Serving 644 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Waterleaf 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 63% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). 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 12:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 644 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waterleaf Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Waterleaf Elementary School's student population of 644 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
644 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Waterleaf Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waterleaf Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#941 out of 3655 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
19%
36%
Black
23%
21%
White
40%
36%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waterleaf Elementary School's ranking?
Waterleaf Elementary School is ranked #941 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Waterleaf Elementary School often compared to?
Waterleaf Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sabal Palm Elementary School, Abess Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Waterleaf Elementary School?
644 students attend Waterleaf Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Waterleaf Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waterleaf Elementary School?
Waterleaf Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Waterleaf Elementary School offer ?
Waterleaf Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Waterleaf Elementary School part of?
Waterleaf Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last day of school
May 31, 2024 (Friday)
First day of school
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
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