Serving 596 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, W. Douglas Hartley 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 75% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% 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: 596 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
W. Douglas Hartley 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
Student Attention
School Overview
W. Douglas Hartley Elementary School's student population of 596 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
596 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Motto
Hartley Hawks are SOARing to SUCCESS!
School Rankings
W. Douglas Hartley 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 W. Douglas Hartley Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#295 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
12%
38%
Black
6%
21%
White
73%
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
38%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is W. Douglas Hartley Elementary School's ranking?
W. Douglas Hartley Elementary School is ranked #295 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are W. Douglas Hartley Elementary School often compared to?
W. Douglas Hartley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Osceola 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 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend W. Douglas Hartley Elementary School?
596 students attend W. Douglas Hartley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of W. Douglas Hartley Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of W. Douglas Hartley Elementary School?
W. Douglas Hartley Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does W. Douglas Hartley Elementary School offer ?
W. Douglas Hartley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is W. Douglas Hartley Elementary School part of?
W. Douglas Hartley Elementary School is part of St. Johns School District.
School Calendar
View the W. Douglas Hartley Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - Student / Teacher Holiday
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break - Student / Teacher Holiday
March 15, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day for Students - All schools dismissed 1 hour early
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
Last Day for Teachers - Teacher Planning Day
June 01, 2027 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break - Student / Teacher Holiday
November 22, 2027 (Monday)
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