Serving 491 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Timucuan 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 47% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower 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 86% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 491 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Timucuan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Timucuan Elementary School's student population of 491 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
491 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Timucuan 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 Timucuan Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#2703 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
21%
37%
Black
56%
21%
White
14%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
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 Timucuan Elementary School's ranking?
Timucuan Elementary School is ranked #2703 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Timucuan Elementary School often compared to?
Timucuan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sadie T. Tillis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Timucuan Elementary School?
491 students attend Timucuan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Timucuan Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Timucuan Elementary School?
Timucuan Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Timucuan Elementary School offer ?
Timucuan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Timucuan Elementary School part of?
Timucuan Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Timucuan Elementary School located?
Timucuan Elementary School is located in the Wesconnett neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Wesconnett.
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