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#1441 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 38% in state
Ortega Elementary School
Elementary School · DUVAL
4010 BALTIC ST, Jacksonville, FL 32210
Enrollment
330
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
330
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,441 of 3,778
In Jacksonville
#40 of 184
public schools
In district
#48 of 194
DUVAL
Academic growth
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About Ortega Elementary School
Ortega Elementary School is a public elementary school in Jacksonville, FL, part of DUVAL. Ortega Elementary School serves approximately 330 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Ortega Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,441 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Ortega Elementary School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
58% of students at Ortega 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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Ortega Elementary School — Students at Ortega Elementary School score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
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 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: 7.7/10.
How Ortega Elementary School Compares
See how Ortega 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
4010 BALTIC ST, Jacksonville, FL 32210
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ortega Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JOHN STOCKTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WEST RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RUTH N. UPSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably 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
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| CHARLES DREW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pompano Beach, FL | 6.9 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Orlando, FL | 6.9 |
| GREENSBORO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Quincy, FL | 6.9 |
| GULF STREAM SCHOOL Gulf Stream, FL | 6.9 |
| GULFPORT MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport, FL | 6.9 |
| LUTHERAN CHURCH OF THE CROSS DAY SCHOOL St. Petersburg, FL | 6.9 |
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 ranks #1,441 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Ortega Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ortega Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Ortega Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ortega Elementary School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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.
Neighborhood Context
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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.6%
- Phone
- (904) 381-7460
Resources & Links
District
DUVAL- District Enrollment
- 127,971
- Schools in District
- 208
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,578
- District Rank
- #48 of 194
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