Very Good
#1374 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 36% in state
Mt. Herman Ese Center
School · DUVAL
1741 FRANCIS ST, Jacksonville, FL 32209
Enrollment
127
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
127
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,374 of 3,778
In Jacksonville
#36 of 184
public schools
In district
#44 of 194
DUVAL
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Mt. Herman Ese Center
Mt. Herman Ese Center is a public school in Jacksonville, FL, part of DUVAL. Mt.
Herman Ese Center serves approximately 127 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mt. Herman Ese Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,374 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Mt. Herman Ese Center show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 5.6
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 127 students, Mt. Herman Ese Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Mt. Herman Ese Center sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 6:1 students to teachers, Mt. Herman Ese Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Mt. Herman Ese Center — Students at Mt. Herman Ese Center score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.9/10.
How Mt. Herman Ese Center Compares
See how Mt. Herman Ese Center 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
1741 FRANCIS ST, Jacksonville, FL 32209
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mt. Herman Ese Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. HOSPITAL AND HOMEBOUND (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is TEMPLE COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, JACKSONVILLE CLASSICAL ACADEMY (rated 4.7/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Jacksonville, see our Jacksonville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32209 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$29,468
Median Home Value
$92,300
Median Rent
$1,042/mo
Population
35,490
College Educated
11.9%
Homeownership
47.7%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
37.1%
Median Age
37.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALPINE ACADEMY Oviedo, FL | 6.9 |
| ATLANTIS ACADEMY Miami, FL | 6.9 |
| BEYOND THE SPECTRUM EDUCATION CENTER Lakewood Ranch, FL | 6.9 |
| CHAMPION PREPARATORY ACADEMY Apopka, FL | 7.1 |
| CHRISTIAN CROSSINGS ACADEMY Odessa, FL | 7.1 |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Avon Park, FL | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mt. Herman Ese Center
What grades does Mt. Herman Ese Center serve?
Mt. Herman Ese Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Mt. Herman Ese Center?
Mt. Herman Ese Center has an enrollment of approximately 127 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mt. Herman Ese Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Mt. Herman Ese Center is 6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mt. Herman Ese Center rank in FL?
Mt. Herman Ese Center ranks #1,374 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Mt. Herman Ese Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Mt. Herman Ese Center 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 Mt. Herman Ese Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mt. Herman Ese Center has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Mt. Herman Ese Center a charter school?
No, Mt. Herman Ese Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mt. Herman Ese Center a Title I school?
No, Mt. Herman Ese Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mt. Herman Ese Center?
47.2% of students at Mt. Herman Ese Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 127
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.2%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Duval County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 65.4%
- Phone
- (904) 630-6740
- 4-Year Graduation
- 50%+
Resources & Links
District
DUVAL- District Enrollment
- 127,971
- Schools in District
- 208
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,578
- District Rank
- #44 of 194
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