Serving 402 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ketterlinus 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 75% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% 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: 402 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ketterlinus 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Ketterlinus Elementary School's student population of 402 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
402 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ketterlinus 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 Ketterlinus Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#524 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
10%
37%
Black
10%
21%
White
73%
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
41%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ketterlinus Elementary School's ranking?
Ketterlinus Elementary School is ranked #524 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Ketterlinus Elementary School often compared to?
Ketterlinus Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crookshank Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Ketterlinus Elementary School?
402 students attend Ketterlinus Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Ketterlinus Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ketterlinus Elementary School?
Ketterlinus Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ketterlinus Elementary School offer ?
Ketterlinus Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Ketterlinus Elementary School part of?
Ketterlinus Elementary School is part of St. Johns School District.
In what neighborhood is Ketterlinus Elementary School located?
Ketterlinus Elementary School is located in the Historic District neighborhood of Saint Augustine, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in Historic District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - Student / Teacher Holiday
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break - Student / Teacher Holiday
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day for Students
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
Last Day for Teachers - Teacher Planning Day
June 02, 2025 (Monday)
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