Serving 1,030 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Loretto 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 74% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,030 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Loretto Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Loretto Elementary School's student population of 1,030 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,030 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Loretto 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 Loretto 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
#527 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
3%
Hispanic
15%
37%
Black
8%
21%
White
59%
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
26%
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 Loretto Elementary School's ranking?
Loretto Elementary School is ranked #527 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Loretto Elementary School often compared to?
Loretto Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mandarin Oaks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Loretto Elementary School?
1,030 students attend Loretto Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Loretto Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Loretto Elementary School?
Loretto Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Loretto Elementary School offer ?
Loretto Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Loretto Elementary School part of?
Loretto Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Loretto Elementary School located?
Loretto Elementary School is located in the Southside neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 8 other public schools located in Southside.
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