Excellent
#614 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 16% in state
Emma Love Hardee Elementary
Elementary School · NASSAU
2200 SUSAN DR, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
Enrollment
645
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
8.2
Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
645
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
8.2
Grades
3rd – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#614 of 3,778
In Fernandina Beach
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#7 of 17
NASSAU
Equity
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Emma Love Hardee Elementary
Emma Love Hardee Elementary is a public elementary school in Fernandina Beach, FL, part of NASSAU. Emma Love Hardee Elementary serves approximately 645 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Emma Love Hardee Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #614 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Emma Love Hardee Elementary show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 7.8
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Emma Love Hardee Elementary — Students at Emma Love Hardee Elementary score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.4/10.
How Emma Love Hardee Elementary Compares
See how Emma Love Hardee Elementary 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
2200 SUSAN DR, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Emma Love Hardee Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. YULEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Yulee), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Mary Lee Clark Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 12.3 miles away, in nearby Saint Marys), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Saint Marys Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Saint Marys), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Fernandina Beach, see our Fernandina Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE OGBURN SCHOOL INC. Fernandina Beach | 1.0 mi | 2.8 |
| SOUTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fernandina Beach | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| FERNANDINA BEACH HIGH SCHOOL Fernandina Beach | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| FERNANDINA BEACH MIDDLE SCHOOL Fernandina Beach | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| NASSAU VIRTUAL FRANCHISE Fernandina Beach | 2.4 mi | 7.2 |
| NASSAU COUNTY COMMUNITY SCHOOL Fernandina Beach | 2.4 mi | — |
| ST MICHEL ACADEMY Fernandina Beach | 2.6 mi | 4.9 |
| FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fernandina Beach | 3.5 mi | 6.5 |
| AMELIA ISLAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL Fernandina Beach | 4.3 mi | 7.2 |
| YULEE MIDDLE SCHOOL Yulee | 7.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Saint Marys Elementary School Saint Marys | 8.4 mi | 8.2 |
| YULEE HIGH SCHOOL Yulee | 7.8 mi | 6.5 |
| YULEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Yulee | 8.0 mi | 8.5 |
| YULEE PRIMARY SCHOOL Yulee | 9.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Saint Marys Middle School Saint Marys | 10.8 mi | 7.1 |
| NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Saint Marys | 11.7 mi | 6.4 |
| WILDLIGHT ELEMENTARY Yulee | 11.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Mary Lee Clark Elementary School Saint Marys | 12.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Crooked River Elementary School Saint Marys | 13.5 mi | 8.0 |
| ADVANCE LEARNING CENTER Saint Marys | 13.5 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32034 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,756
Median Home Value
$484,200
Median Rent
$1,399/mo
Population
39,280
College Educated
53.9%
Homeownership
85.1%
Avg Commute
28.4 min
Poverty Rate
7%
Median Age
56.5
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| A. GARY WALSINGHAM ACADEMY Panama City Beach, FL | 8.2 |
| ALEXANDER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 8.2 |
| BANYAN CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delray Beach, FL | 8.2 |
| BAY VISTA FUNDAMENTAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg, FL | 8.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Emma Love Hardee Elementary
What grades does Emma Love Hardee Elementary serve?
Emma Love Hardee Elementary serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.
How many students attend Emma Love Hardee Elementary?
Emma Love Hardee Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 645 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Emma Love Hardee Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Emma Love Hardee Elementary is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Emma Love Hardee Elementary rank in FL?
Emma Love Hardee Elementary ranks #614 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Emma Love Hardee Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Emma Love Hardee Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Emma Love Hardee Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Emma Love Hardee Elementary has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Emma Love Hardee Elementary a charter school?
No, Emma Love Hardee Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Emma Love Hardee Elementary a Title I school?
No, Emma Love Hardee Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Emma Love Hardee Elementary?
45.1% of students at Emma Love Hardee Elementary 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
- 3rd – 5th
- Enrollment
- 645
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.1%
- Phone
- (904) 321-5974
Resources & Links
District
NASSAU- District Enrollment
- 12,746
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,049
- District Rank
- #7 of 17
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