Serving 626 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jacksonville Beach Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥99% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 97% (which is higher 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 68% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 626 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in FL
- Math Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 97% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jacksonville Beach 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
School Overview
Jacksonville Beach Elementary School's student population of 626 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
626 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jacksonville Beach Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jacksonville Beach Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#4 out of 3704 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
97%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
51%
3%
Hispanic
6%
37%
Black
3%
21%
White
32%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
47%
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 Jacksonville Beach Elementary School's ranking?
Jacksonville Beach Elementary School is ranked #4 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥99% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 97% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Jacksonville Beach Elementary School?
626 students attend Jacksonville Beach Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Jacksonville Beach Elementary School students are Asian, 32% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jacksonville Beach Elementary School?
Jacksonville Beach Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jacksonville Beach Elementary School offer ?
Jacksonville Beach Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Jacksonville Beach Elementary School part of?
Jacksonville Beach Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Jacksonville Beach Elementary School located?
Jacksonville Beach Elementary School is located in the The Beaches neighborhood of Jacksonville Beach, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in The Beaches.
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