Very Good
#1375 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 36% in state
Abess Park Elementary School
Elementary School · DUVAL
12731 ABESS BLVD, Jacksonville, FL 32225
Enrollment
524
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
524
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,375 of 3,778
In Jacksonville
#37 of 184
public schools
In district
#45 of 194
DUVAL
Academic performance
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Abess Park Elementary School
Abess Park Elementary School is a public elementary school in Jacksonville, FL, part of DUVAL. Abess Park Elementary School serves approximately 524 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Abess Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,375 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Abess Park Elementary School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 5.7
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Abess Park Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Abess Park Elementary School — Students at Abess Park Elementary School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.9/10.
How Abess Park Elementary School Compares
See how Abess Park Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
12731 ABESS BLVD, Jacksonville, FL 32225
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Abess Park Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WATERLEAF ELEMENTARY (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RIVER CITY SCIENCE ACADEMY INTRACOASTAL (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ALIMACANI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Jacksonville, see our Jacksonville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32225 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,715
Median Home Value
$324,300
Median Rent
$1,673/mo
Population
54,591
College Educated
42.1%
Homeownership
67.8%
Avg Commute
25.6 min
Poverty Rate
8.9%
Median Age
39.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Abess Park Elementary School
What grades does Abess Park Elementary School serve?
Abess Park Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Abess Park Elementary School?
Abess Park Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 524 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Abess Park Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Abess Park Elementary School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Abess Park Elementary School rank in FL?
Abess Park Elementary School ranks #1,375 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Abess Park Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Abess Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Abess Park Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Abess Park Elementary School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Abess Park Elementary School a charter school?
No, Abess Park Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Abess Park Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Abess Park Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Abess Park Elementary School?
50.8% of students at Abess Park Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 524
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Duval County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.2%
- Phone
- (904) 220-1260
Resources & Links
District
DUVAL- District Enrollment
- 127,971
- Schools in District
- 208
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,578
- District Rank
- #45 of 194
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