Needs Improvement
#1430 of 1,462 private schools in FL
North Florida Educational Institute
Elementary School
580 LAWTON AVE, Jacksonville, FL 32208
Enrollment
138
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
138
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#1,430 of 1,462
In Jacksonville
#79 of 79
public schools
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North Florida Educational Institute
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About North Florida Educational Institute
North Florida Educational Institute is a private elementary school in Jacksonville, FL. North Florida Educational Institute serves approximately 138 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. North Florida Educational Institute has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,430 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 138 students, North Florida Educational Institute 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.
North Florida Educational Institute is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow North Florida Educational Institute compares to 170 public schools serving similar grades in Jacksonville, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| North Florida Educational Institute (this school) | 3.7 |
| NORTH SHORE ELEMENTARY | 6.4 |
| LONG BRANCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.3 |
| BECOMING COLLEGIATE ACADEMY | 5.2 |
| KIPP V.O.I.C.E ACADEMY | 3.4 |
| JEAN RIBAULT MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.3 |
| SEASIDE CHARTER NORTH CAMPUS | 5.3 |
| ANDREW A. ROBINSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.1 |
| SPRINGFIELD MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.1 |
| DUVAL REGIONAL JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER | 5.6 |
| JACKSONVILLE CLASSICAL ACADEMY EAST | — |
| FORT CAROLINE MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.3 |
| R L BROWN GIFTED AND TALENTED ACADEMY | 8.6 |
| DARNELL COOKMAN MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL | 6.6 |
| FORT CAROLINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.0 |
| MATTIE V RUTHERFORD ALT ED CENTER | 5.6 |
| MATTHEW W. GILBERT MIDDLE SCHOOL | 4.6 |
| IDEA BASSETT | — |
| MT. HERMAN ESE CENTER | 7.0 |
| NORTHWESTERN LEGENDS ELEMENTARY | 2.2 |
| GRASP ACADEMY | 7.0 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in FL.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in FL
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
580 LAWTON AVE, Jacksonville, FL 32208
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Florida Educational Institute may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. R L BROWN GIFTED AND TALENTED ACADEMY (rated 8.6/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NORTH SHORE ELEMENTARY (rated 6.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, AMERICA'S LITTLE LEADERS (rated 6.2/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jacksonville, see our Jacksonville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32208 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$39,873
Median Home Value
$139,500
Median Rent
$1,180/mo
Population
31,093
College Educated
14.7%
Homeownership
54%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
29.7%
Median Age
41.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| SNOW WHITE & THE SEVEN DWARFS SCHOOL Hialeah, FL | 3.7 |
| TURTLE RIVER MONTESSORI SCHOOL EAST Jupiter, FL | 3.7 |
| B. WRIGHT LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Miami, FL | 3.8 |
| PARKVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami Gardens, FL | 3.8 |
| SUNCOAST SCHOOL FOR INNOVATIVE STUDIES Sarasota, FL | 3.8 |
| BYRNEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL INC. Century, FL | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Florida Educational Institute
What grades does North Florida Educational Institute serve?
North Florida Educational Institute serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend North Florida Educational Institute?
North Florida Educational Institute has an enrollment of approximately 138 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Florida Educational Institute?
The student-teacher ratio at North Florida Educational Institute is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does North Florida Educational Institute rank in FL?
North Florida Educational Institute ranks #1,430 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is North Florida Educational Institute's MySchoolScout rating?
North Florida Educational Institute has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is North Florida Educational Institute a private school?
Yes, North Florida Educational Institute is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is North Florida Educational Institute a religious school?
No, North Florida Educational Institute is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 138
- Gender Split
- 60% M / 40% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 5.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Duval County
- Phone
- (904) 764-0084
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