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#2660 of 3,778 schools in FL
Pinedale Elementary School
Elementary School · DUVAL
4228 DIGNAN ST, Jacksonville, FL 32254
Enrollment
457
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
457
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,660 of 3,778
In Jacksonville
#101 of 184
public schools
In district
#109 of 194
DUVAL
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Pinedale Elementary School
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About Pinedale Elementary School
Pinedale Elementary School is a public elementary school in Jacksonville, FL, part of DUVAL. Pinedale Elementary School serves approximately 457 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Pinedale Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,660 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Pinedale Elementary School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Pinedale Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
59% of students at Pinedale 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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Pinedale Elementary School — Students at Pinedale Elementary School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.7/10.
How Pinedale Elementary School Compares
See how Pinedale 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
4228 DIGNAN ST, Jacksonville, FL 32254
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pinedale Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WEST RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RUTH N. UPSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CENTRAL RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jacksonville, see our Jacksonville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32254 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,449
Median Home Value
$85,100
Median Rent
$1,111/mo
Population
14,653
College Educated
9.5%
Homeownership
50.5%
Avg Commute
23.6 min
Poverty Rate
33.4%
Median Age
34.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pinedale Elementary School
What grades does Pinedale Elementary School serve?
Pinedale Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Pinedale Elementary School?
Pinedale Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 457 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pinedale Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Pinedale Elementary School is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pinedale Elementary School rank in FL?
Pinedale Elementary School ranks #2,660 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Pinedale Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Pinedale Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Pinedale Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pinedale Elementary School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Pinedale Elementary School a charter school?
No, Pinedale Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pinedale Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Pinedale Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pinedale Elementary School?
77.0% of students at Pinedale 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
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 457
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Duval County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.6%
- Phone
- (904) 381-7490
Resources & Links
District
DUVAL- District Enrollment
- 127,971
- Schools in District
- 208
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,578
- District Rank
- #109 of 194
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