Below Average
#3415 of 3,778 schools in FL
Jacksonville Heights Elementary School
Elementary School · Duval · Jacksonville, FL
A Duval elementary school where students score 13 points below what's typical for similar communities.
7750 TEMPEST ST S, Jacksonville, FL 32244
- Math 24% vs FL 58% (2024)
- Reading 34% vs FL 54% (2024)
- 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
Full Profile · 3/3 metricsView breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
Students at Jacksonville Heights Elementary School score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
2024 FAST proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. FL average.
Trend
→ SteadyProficiency is down 21 points across the 16-year record (2009–2024) and has held near 29% recently.
Show all 15 years
Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 37% (multi-year average, 2009-2024) · reading/ELA 35% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 34 test records from FL state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
71.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateThe neighborhood
Where Jacksonville Heights Elementary School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries. Open the Jacksonville map →
Getting around & local context
- Walk 53Somewhat Walkable
- Transit 31Some Transit
- Bike 40Somewhat Bikeable
Powered by
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$61,652
Median home value
$221,400
Median rent
$1,366/mo
College educated
24%
Homeownership
55.2%
Poverty rate
15.2%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 32244; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Programs & Offerings
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Builders of the Faith Christian AcademyPrivate · tuition | Not rated | PK–K | 0.2 mi | 10 | Compare → |
| The Science and Math InstitutePrivate · tuition | 6.4private | 1–12 | 0.9 mi | 49 | Compare → |
| Kipp Impact AcademyCharter · enrollment unverified | 4.3 | K–8 | 1.0 mi | 712 | Compare → |
| Oak Hill AcademyEnrollment path unverified | 9.5 | PK–8 | 1.2 mi | 253 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Private · tuition: Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.
Charter · enrollment unverified: Potential charter option; enrollment requirements have not been verified.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Public and private scores come from different models and are shown side by side, not blended into one ranking.
Duval
- Schools in district
- 208
- Rank in district
- #154 of 194
- District spending per student
- $11,578NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 13.1%Census SAIPE · 2024
Jacksonville Heights Elementary School is listed in DUVAL; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Jacksonville Heights Elementary School
Jacksonville Heights Elementary School is a public elementary school in Jacksonville, FL, part of Duval, serving approximately 481 students in grades Kindergarten-5th with a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,415 of 3,778 schools in FL. State assessment records show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Jacksonville Heights Elementary School
What grades does Jacksonville Heights Elementary School serve?
Jacksonville Heights Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Jacksonville Heights Elementary School?
Jacksonville Heights Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 481 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jacksonville Heights Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Jacksonville Heights Elementary School is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jacksonville Heights Elementary School rank in FL?
Jacksonville Heights Elementary School ranks #3,415 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Jacksonville Heights Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Jacksonville Heights Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Jacksonville Heights Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jacksonville Heights Elementary School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Jacksonville Heights Elementary School a charter school?
No, Jacksonville Heights Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jacksonville Heights Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Jacksonville Heights Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jacksonville Heights Elementary School?
71.9% of students at Jacksonville Heights 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.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 481
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Duval County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 77.3%
- Phone
- (904) 573-1120
- Area population (ZIP 32244)
- 63,352
- Area average commute
- 27.7 min
- Area median age
- 34.5
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2024 FAST · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2024 FAST. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2024 FAST · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2024 FAST. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 32244; this does not measure the attendance area.
- Programs (AP/IB, athletics, gifted)
- CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22 · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: SY 2021–22. A newer release may be available.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2024; directory SY 2023–24
Related reading
- Best Public Schools in Florida 2026: Top-Ranked Elementary, Middle & High Schoolsbest schools
- Best Public Schools in Jacksonville, Miami & Tampa for Families Exploring School Choicebest schools
- Best Schools in Jacksonville, FL — 2026 Rankingsbest schools
- Florida School Choice Guide: Public vs Private vs Charter — What the Data Showsguides
- Florida School Vouchers 2026: How to Compare Your Options Before the April 30 Deadlineschool choice
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.