Serving 201 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 201 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School's student population of 201 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
201 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#1584 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
37%
Black
86%
21%
White
6%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School's ranking?
Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School is ranked #1584 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School often compared to?
Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like San Mateo Elementary School, Sallye B. Mathis Elementary School, Biscayne Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School?
201 students attend Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School?
Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School offer ?
Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School part of?
Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School located?
Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School is located in the Northside neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 18 other public schools located in Northside.
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