Average
#1782 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 47% in state
North Shore Elementary
Elementary School · DUVAL
5701 SILVER PLZ, Jacksonville, FL 32208
Enrollment
665
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
665
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,782 of 3,778
In Jacksonville
#51 of 184
public schools
In district
#59 of 194
DUVAL
Academic growth
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About North Shore Elementary
North Shore Elementary is a public elementary school in Jacksonville, FL, part of DUVAL. North Shore Elementary serves approximately 665 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. North Shore Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,782 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for North Shore Elementary show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
82% of students at North Shore Elementary 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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North Shore Elementary — Students at North Shore Elementary score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.8%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 9.0/10.
How North Shore Elementary Compares
See how North Shore Elementary 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
5701 SILVER PLZ, Jacksonville, FL 32208
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Shore Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. AMERICA'S LITTLE LEADERS (rated 6.2/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ANDREW A. ROBINSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, GOOD SHEPHERD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 5.9/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Jacksonville, see our Jacksonville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Shore Elementary
What grades does North Shore Elementary serve?
North Shore Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend North Shore Elementary?
North Shore Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 665 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Shore Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at North Shore Elementary is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North Shore Elementary rank in FL?
North Shore Elementary ranks #1,782 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is North Shore Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
North Shore Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 North Shore Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, North Shore Elementary has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is North Shore Elementary a charter school?
No, North Shore Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is North Shore Elementary a Title I school?
No, North Shore Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Shore Elementary?
78.8% of students at North Shore Elementary 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
- 665
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Duval County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 82.0%
- Phone
- (904) 924-3081
Resources & Links
District
DUVAL- District Enrollment
- 127,971
- Schools in District
- 208
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,578
- District Rank
- #59 of 194
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