Serving 482 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Atlantic Beach Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 482 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Atlantic Beach Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Atlantic Beach Elementary School's student population of 482 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
482 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Atlantic Beach Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Atlantic Beach Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#259 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
11%
38%
Black
5%
21%
White
75%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
42%
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
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Atlantic Beach Elementary School's ranking?
Atlantic Beach Elementary School is ranked #259 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Atlantic Beach Elementary School often compared to?
Atlantic Beach Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alimacani Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Atlantic Beach Elementary School?
482 students attend Atlantic Beach Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Atlantic Beach Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Atlantic Beach Elementary School?
Atlantic Beach Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Atlantic Beach Elementary School offer ?
Atlantic Beach Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Atlantic Beach Elementary School part of?
Atlantic Beach Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Atlantic Beach Elementary School located?
Atlantic Beach Elementary School is located in the The Beaches neighborhood of Atlantic Beach, FL.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
We are Midwestern transplants coming from terrific Blue Ribbon schools. We were moving to Atlantic Beach and we were very concerned with the reputation of the public schools. We prefer sending our children to school with neighborhood kids but we were willing to do whatever it takes to give our kids a great educational experience. We spent considerable time researching the private, parochial and the public school opportunities for our children and after interviewing parents and faculty who seemed equally committed to great education (and who raved about ABE), we chose to send our daughter to Atlantic Beach Elementary. It was a very good decision for us. She continued getting straight A's, she scored 5's on the FCAT and was elected to Student Council. We are very satisfied with our decision and thrilled to be a part of such a dynamic community.
MH
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