Serving 1,095 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Chet's Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,095 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chet's Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Chet's Creek Elementary School's student population of 1,095 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
1,095 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chet's Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chet's Creek Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#339 out of 3704 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
31%
37%
Black
6%
21%
White
45%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chet's Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Chet's Creek Elementary School is ranked #339 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Chet's Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Chet's Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alimacani Elementary School, J. Allen Axson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Chet's Creek Elementary School?
1,095 students attend Chet's Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Chet's Creek Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chet's Creek Elementary School?
Chet's Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chet's Creek Elementary School offer ?
Chet's Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Chet's Creek Elementary School part of?
Chet's Creek Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Chet's Creek Elementary School located?
Chet's Creek Elementary School is located in the Southside neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 8 other public schools located in Southside.
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