Serving 481 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jacksonville Heights 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 38% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jacksonville Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Jacksonville Heights Elementary School's student population of 481 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 39% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
481 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jacksonville Heights 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 Jacksonville Heights Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#3090 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
26%
37%
Black
51%
21%
White
15%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jacksonville Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Jacksonville Heights Elementary School is ranked #3090 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Jacksonville Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Jacksonville Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chimney Lakes Elementary School, Sadie T. Tillis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Jacksonville Heights Elementary School?
481 students attend Jacksonville Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Jacksonville Heights Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jacksonville Heights Elementary School?
Jacksonville Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jacksonville Heights Elementary School offer ?
Jacksonville Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Jacksonville Heights Elementary School part of?
Jacksonville Heights Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Jacksonville Heights Elementary School located?
Jacksonville Heights Elementary School is located in the Jacksonville Heights neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Jacksonville Heights.
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