Excellent
#634 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 17% in state
Garrison-jones Elementary School
Elementary School · PINELLAS
3133 GARRISON RD, Dunedin, FL 34698
Enrollment
598
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
598
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#634 of 3,778
In Dunedin
#4 of 8
public schools
In district
#41 of 148
PINELLAS
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Garrison-jones Elementary School
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About Garrison-jones Elementary School
Garrison-jones Elementary School is a public elementary school in Dunedin, FL, part of PINELLAS. Garrison-jones Elementary School serves approximately 598 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Garrison-jones Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #634 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Garrison-jones Elementary School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 7.7
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Garrison-jones Elementary School — Students at Garrison-jones Elementary School score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44%
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
↓ 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: 8.0/10.
How Garrison-jones Elementary School Compares
See how Garrison-jones 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
3133 GARRISON RD, Dunedin, FL 34698
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garrison-jones Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ELISA NELSON ELEMENTARY (rated 9.7/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Palm Harbor), which scores notably higher. Another option is DISCOVERY ACADEMY OF SCIENCE (rated 9.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SAN JOSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Dunedin, see our Dunedin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34698 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,323
Median Home Value
$335,800
Median Rent
$1,571/mo
Population
37,817
College Educated
35.8%
Homeownership
71.3%
Avg Commute
23.9 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
58.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Garrison-jones Elementary School
What grades does Garrison-jones Elementary School serve?
Garrison-jones Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Garrison-jones Elementary School?
Garrison-jones Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 598 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garrison-jones Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Garrison-jones Elementary School is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Garrison-jones Elementary School rank in FL?
Garrison-jones Elementary School ranks #634 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Garrison-jones Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Garrison-jones Elementary School 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 Garrison-jones Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Garrison-jones Elementary School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Garrison-jones Elementary School a charter school?
No, Garrison-jones Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Garrison-jones Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Garrison-jones Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Garrison-jones Elementary School?
44.0% of students at Garrison-jones 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
- 598
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pinellas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.6%
- Phone
- (727) 469-5716
Resources & Links
District
PINELLAS- District Enrollment
- 91,021
- Schools in District
- 153
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,514
- District Rank
- #41 of 148
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