Serving 250 students in grades 3-5, Hyde Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 250 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hyde Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Hyde Park Elementary School's student population of 250 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
250 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Hyde Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hyde Park Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#3047 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%

Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1

American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%

Hispanic
16%
37%

Black
68%
21%

White
11%
35%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
47%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hyde Park Elementary School's ranking?
Hyde Park Elementary School is ranked #3047 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Hyde Park Elementary School?
250 students attend Hyde Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Hyde Park Elementary School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hyde Park Elementary School?
Hyde Park Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hyde Park Elementary School offer ?
Hyde Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Hyde Park Elementary School part of?
Hyde Park Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Hyde Park Elementary School located?
Hyde Park Elementary School is located in the Hillcrest neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Hillcrest.
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