Serving 554 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary School ranks in the top 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 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 554 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary School's student population of 554 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
554 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#1345 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
10%
37%
Black
45%
21%
White
36%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary School's ranking?
Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary School is ranked #1345 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary School often compared to?
Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James B. Sanderlin K-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary School?
554 students attend Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary School?
Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary School offer ?
Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary School part of?
Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary School is part of Pinellas School District.
In what neighborhood is Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary School located?
Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary School is located in the Childs Park neighborhood of Saint Petersburg, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Childs Park.
School Calendar
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Date
The last day for all students has changed from an early-release day to a full day.
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
School Reviews
5 12/2/2022
I had an excellent time at Jamerson, the land I learned so much, and had so much to offer. The music teacher is just amazing. They even have a band! The only sad thing is that it is so good, the teachers and the staff are often promoted so the above and-beyond staff are often promoted, and leave the school. Truly an amazing school worthy of your child's education.
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