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#2157 of 3,778 schools in FL
Louis S. Sheffield Elementary School
Elementary School · DUVAL
13333 LANIER RD, Jacksonville, FL 32226
Enrollment
704
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
704
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,157 of 3,778
In Jacksonville
#78 of 184
public schools
In district
#86 of 194
DUVAL
Academic performance
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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About Louis S. Sheffield Elementary School
Louis S. Sheffield Elementary School is a public elementary school in Jacksonville, FL, part of DUVAL. Louis S.
Sheffield Elementary School serves approximately 704 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. Louis S. Sheffield Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,157 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Louis S. Sheffield Elementary School show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Louis S. Sheffield 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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Louis S. Sheffield Elementary School — Students at Louis S. Sheffield Elementary School score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
37.6%
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: 5.6/10.
How Louis S. Sheffield Elementary School Compares
See how Louis S. Sheffield 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
13333 LANIER RD, Jacksonville, FL 32226
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Louis S. Sheffield Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NEW BERLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OCEANWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BISCAYNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 5.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jacksonville, see our Jacksonville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32226 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$109,375
Median Home Value
$340,500
Median Rent
$2,062/mo
Population
20,396
College Educated
35.9%
Homeownership
91.9%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
6.3%
Median Age
41.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Louis S. Sheffield Elementary School
What grades does Louis S. Sheffield Elementary School serve?
Louis S. Sheffield Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Louis S. Sheffield Elementary School?
Louis S. Sheffield Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 704 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Louis S. Sheffield Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Louis S. Sheffield Elementary School is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Louis S. Sheffield Elementary School rank in FL?
Louis S. Sheffield Elementary School ranks #2,157 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Louis S. Sheffield Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Louis S. Sheffield Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Louis S. Sheffield Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Louis S. Sheffield Elementary School has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Louis S. Sheffield Elementary School a charter school?
No, Louis S. Sheffield Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Louis S. Sheffield Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Louis S. Sheffield Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Louis S. Sheffield Elementary School?
37.6% of students at Louis S. Sheffield 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 704
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Duval County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.1%
- Phone
- (904) 696-8758
Resources & Links
District
DUVAL- District Enrollment
- 127,971
- Schools in District
- 208
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,578
- District Rank
- #86 of 194
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