Serving 662 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Greenland Pines Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (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 41% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 662 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greenland Pines Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Greenland Pines Elementary School's student population of 662 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
662 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Greenland Pines Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greenland Pines Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#730 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
12%
37%
Black
13%
21%
White
59%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
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 Greenland Pines Elementary School's ranking?
Greenland Pines Elementary School is ranked #730 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Greenland Pines Elementary School often compared to?
Greenland Pines Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mandarin Oaks Elementary School, Loretto Elementary School, Bartram Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Greenland Pines Elementary School?
662 students attend Greenland Pines Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Greenland Pines Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Greenland Pines Elementary School?
Greenland Pines Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Greenland Pines Elementary School offer ?
Greenland Pines Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Greenland Pines Elementary School part of?
Greenland Pines Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Greenland Pines Elementary School located?
Greenland Pines Elementary School is located in the Southside neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 8 other public schools located in Southside.
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