Serving 380 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Whitehouse Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% 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: 380 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Whitehouse Elementary School serves the west part of Jacksonville, FL, covering an attendance area of approximately 9.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whitehouse Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Whitehouse Elementary School's student population of 380 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
380 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1926
School Rankings
Whitehouse Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whitehouse Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#1142 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
23%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
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)57.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
4%
Showing 2010–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
School Mascot
Wildcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whitehouse Elementary School's ranking?
Whitehouse Elementary School is ranked #1142 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Whitehouse Elementary School often compared to?
Whitehouse Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chaffee Trail Elementary School, Crystal Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Whitehouse Elementary School?
380 students attend Whitehouse Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Whitehouse Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whitehouse Elementary School?
Whitehouse Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Whitehouse Elementary School offer ?
Whitehouse Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Whitehouse Elementary School part of?
Whitehouse Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Whitehouse Elementary School located?
Whitehouse Elementary School is located in the Whitehouse neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Schools Closed
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Schools Closed
December 21, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
My grandson is in 5th grade & has attended Whitehouse beginning with Pre-K. He's had excellent teachers; caring administrators & Mr. Gilley was the best Principal. We love Whitehouse .
5 10/10/2025
My daughters go this school staff friendly, my daughter love this school.
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