Serving 281 students in grades Kindergarten-5, San Jose Primary 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 35:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 35:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
San Jose Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
San Jose Primary School's student population of 281 students has grown by 117% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 700% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
281 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
San Jose Primary 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 San Jose Primary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#2984 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
35:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
37%
37%
Black
25%
21%
White
25%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
49%
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 San Jose Primary School's ranking?
San Jose Primary School is ranked #2984 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend San Jose Primary School?
281 students attend San Jose Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of San Jose Primary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 25% of students are White, 10% 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 San Jose Primary School?
San Jose Primary School has a student ration of 35:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does San Jose Primary School offer ?
San Jose Primary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is San Jose Primary School part of?
San Jose Primary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is San Jose Primary School located?
San Jose Primary School is located in the Sunbeam neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Sunbeam.
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