Serving 289 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Anchor Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anchor Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Anchor Academy's student population of 289 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
289 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Anchor Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anchor Academy is 0.76, 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
#586 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
22%
38%
Black
24%
21%
White
35%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anchor Academy's ranking?
Anchor Academy is ranked #586 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Anchor Academy often compared to?
Anchor Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Mayport Elementary School, Atlantic Beach Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Anchor Academy?
289 students attend Anchor Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Anchor Academy students are White, 24% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Anchor Academy?
Anchor Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Anchor Academy offer ?
Anchor Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Anchor Academy part of?
Anchor Academy is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Anchor Academy located?
Anchor Academy is located in the North Beach neighborhood of Atlantic Beach, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in North Beach.
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