Excellent
#48 of 3,777 schools in FL
Top 1% in state
Otis A. Mason Elementary School
Elementary School · ST. JOHNS
207 MASON MANATEE WAY, St. Augustine, FL 32086
Enrollment
700
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
700
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In St. Augustine
#1 of 32
public schools
Florida elementary schools
#45 of 2,196
In district
#1 of 46
ST. JOHNS
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Exceptional
About Otis A. Mason Elementary School
Otis A. Mason Elementary School serves 700 students in grades pre-K through 5 in St. Augustine, Florida.
It earns a composite score of 9.1 out of 10 — rated Exceptional — placing it 48th out of 3,777 public schools statewide. That puts Mason in the top 1% of Florida public schools, outperforming 99% of the state. Among the 32 public schools in St.
Augustine, it ranks first. Academic performance scores 9.0 out of 10. Growth scores even higher at 9.6, reflecting that students gain ground relative to their peers at a rate that few Florida schools match.
A 14:1 student-teacher ratio supports that trajectory — classes stay small enough for teachers to track individual progress and adjust instruction before gaps widen. Mason is a regular public school with no selective admissions, meaning these outcomes come from the general student population. For families comparing elementary options in St.
Augustine or across Northeast Florida, the data makes a direct case: no other local public school scores higher, and Mason's statewide rank holds up against the full field of more than 2,100 Florida elementary schools.
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Score Breakdown
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Otis A. Mason Elementary School — Students at Otis A. Mason Elementary School score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47%
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
↑ 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: 9.6/10.
How Otis A. Mason Elementary School Compares
See how Otis A. Mason Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
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Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 63% (2019) to 76% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 62% (2019) to 60% (2021).
Location
207 MASON MANATEE WAY, St. Augustine, FL 32086
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Otis A. Mason Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JAMES A. WEBSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 4.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is CROOKSHANK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 5.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, OSCEOLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 3.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in St. Augustine, see our St. Augustine schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32086 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,508
Median Home Value
$342,000
Median Rent
$1,536/mo
Population
34,347
College Educated
32.8%
Homeownership
78.4%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
7.1%
Median Age
50.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding Otis A. Mason Elementary School has a median household income of $74,508. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $342,000, with a median rent of $1,536/month. The local poverty rate of 7.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Otis A. Mason Elementary School
What grades does Otis A. Mason Elementary School serve?
Otis A. Mason Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Otis A. Mason Elementary School?
Otis A. Mason Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 700 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Otis A. Mason Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Otis A. Mason Elementary School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Otis A. Mason Elementary School rank in FL?
Otis A. Mason Elementary School is ranked #48 out of 3,777 schools in FL.
What is Otis A. Mason Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Otis A. Mason Elementary School has a composite rating of 9.1 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 Otis A. Mason Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Otis A. Mason Elementary School has 72.6% math proficiency and 66.8% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Otis A. Mason Elementary School a charter school?
No, Otis A. Mason Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Otis A. Mason Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Otis A. Mason Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Otis A. Mason Elementary School?
47.0% of students at Otis A. Mason 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 700
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- St. Johns County
- Phone
- (904) 547-8440
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
ST. JOHNS- District Enrollment
- 51,434
- Schools in District
- 55
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,990
- District Rank
- #1 of 46
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