Serving 937 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, San Jose Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower 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 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 937 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
San Jose Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
San Jose Elementary School's student population of 937 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
937 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Motto
A place where every child is supported, valued, and empowered to thrive
School Rankings
San Jose Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of San Jose Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#2408 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
3%
Hispanic
43%
38%
Black
18%
21%
White
20%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
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 is San Jose Elementary School's ranking?
San Jose Elementary School is ranked #2408 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are San Jose Elementary School often compared to?
San Jose Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Englewood Elementary School, Pine Forest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend San Jose Elementary School?
937 students attend San Jose Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of San Jose Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 14% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of San Jose Elementary School?
San Jose Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does San Jose Elementary School offer ?
San Jose Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is San Jose Elementary School part of?
San Jose Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is San Jose Elementary School located?
San Jose Elementary School is located in the Pine Forest neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Pine Forest.
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