Serving 405 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Smart Pope Livingston 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 31% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than 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 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Math Proficiency: 31%
- Reading Proficiency: 15%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smart Pope Livingston Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Smart Pope Livingston Elementary School's student population of 405 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
405 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Smart Pope Livingston Elementary School is 0.39, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)31%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)15%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Hispanic
11%
38%
Black
77%
21%
White
6%
34%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
42%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% FL state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Smart Pope Livingston Elementary School?
405 students attend Smart Pope Livingston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Smart Pope Livingston Elementary School students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smart Pope Livingston Elementary School?
Smart Pope Livingston Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Smart Pope Livingston Elementary School offer ?
Smart Pope Livingston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Smart Pope Livingston Elementary School part of?
Smart Pope Livingston Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Smart Pope Livingston Elementary School located?
Smart Pope Livingston Elementary School is located in the College Gardens neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL.
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