Very Good
#806 of 3,777 schools in FL
Top 21% in state
Ortega Elementary School
Elementary School · DUVAL
4010 BALTIC ST, Jacksonville, FL 32210
Enrollment
330
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
330
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Jacksonville
#19 of 184
public schools
Florida elementary schools
#725 of 2,196
In district
#23 of 194
DUVAL
Equity
8.4 / 10
Very strong
About Ortega Elementary School
Ortega Elementary School is a regular public elementary school located in Jacksonville, Florida. Serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade, the school has an enrollment of 330 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17.4:1 with 19 full-time equivalent teachers. The academic performance at Ortega Elementary shows that 48% of students are proficient or above in ELA/reading and 60% are proficient or above in math, indicating areas for growth but also notable strengths.
With a MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranking #964 among Florida's 3,816 schools, the school is focusing on student development and academic improvement. Ortega Elementary School is situated in a large city setting within Duval County, providing students with diverse learning opportunities and community resources.
Score Breakdown
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Ortega Elementary School — Students at Ortega Elementary School score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 10 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: 7.7/10.
How Ortega Elementary School Compares
See how Ortega Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
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Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 57% (2019) to 62% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 52% (2019) to 52% (2021).
Location
4010 BALTIC ST, Jacksonville, FL 32210
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ortega Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CENTRAL RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BAYVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, JOHN STOCKTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Jacksonville, see our Jacksonville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32210 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,215
Median Home Value
$205,300
Median Rent
$1,205/mo
Population
65,626
College Educated
22.6%
Homeownership
55.1%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
17.5%
Median Age
35.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding Ortega Elementary School has a median household income of $58,215. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $205,300, with a median rent of $1,205/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.5%. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| BARDMOOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seminole, FL | 7.6 |
| BOWLING GREEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bowling Green, FL | 7.6 |
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| CROSS BAYOU ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pinellas Park, FL | 7.6 |
| DREAMERS ACADEMY Sarasota, FL | 7.6 |
| EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL OF CHRIST CHURCH PARISH Pensacola, FL | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ortega Elementary School
What grades does Ortega Elementary School serve?
Ortega Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Ortega Elementary School?
Ortega Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 330 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ortega Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ortega Elementary School is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ortega Elementary School rank in FL?
Ortega Elementary School is ranked #806 out of 3,777 schools in FL.
What is Ortega Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ortega Elementary School has a composite rating of 7.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Ortega Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Ortega Elementary School has 60.2% math proficiency and 48.2% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Ortega Elementary School a charter school?
No, Ortega Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ortega Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Ortega Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ortega Elementary School?
64.5% of students at Ortega 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 330
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Duval County
- Phone
- (904) 381-7460
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
DUVAL- District Enrollment
- 127,971
- Schools in District
- 208
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,578
- District Rank
- #23 of 194
How We Rate Schools
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