Serving 405 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Whitehouse Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whitehouse Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Whitehouse Elementary School's student population of 405 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
405 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Whitehouse 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 Whitehouse Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#1453 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
9%
37%
Black
21%
21%
White
63%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
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 Whitehouse Elementary School's ranking?
Whitehouse Elementary School is ranked #1453 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Whitehouse Elementary School often compared to?
Whitehouse Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chaffee Trail Elementary School, Crystal Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Whitehouse Elementary School?
405 students attend Whitehouse Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Whitehouse Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Whitehouse Elementary School?
Whitehouse Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Whitehouse Elementary School offer ?
Whitehouse Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Whitehouse Elementary School part of?
Whitehouse Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Whitehouse Elementary School located?
Whitehouse Elementary School is located in the Whitehouse neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL.
School Reviews
5 5/9/2022
My daughters go this school staff friendly, my daughter love this school.
5 2/24/2020
My grandson is in 5th grade & has attended Whitehouse beginning with Pre-K. He's had excellent teachers; caring administrators & Mr. Gilley was the best Principal. We love Whitehouse .
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