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Excellent

#245 of 3,777 schools in FL

Top 7% in state

Ponte Vedra Palm Valley- Rawlings Elementary School

Elementary School · ST. JOHNS

610 US HIGHWAY A1A N, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082

Enrollment

1,043

Student-Teacher

15.1:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Ponte Vedra Beach

#1 of 3

public schools

Florida elementary schools

#226 of 2,196

In district

#5 of 46

ST. JOHNS

Equity

9.7 / 10

Exceptional

About Ponte Vedra Palm Valley- Rawlings Elementary School

Ponte Vedra Palm Valley-Rawlings Elementary is a public school in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, serving 1,043 students across prekindergarten through fifth grade. Its composite score of 8.9/10 earns an Excellent rating — placing it #135 out of 3,777 Florida public schools and ahead of 96% of schools statewide. That puts Rawlings among the top-performing public elementary schools in the state.

Academic results drive that composite. The school scores 9.6/10 on academics, the highest-weighted component in its overall rating, and pairs it with an 8.5/10 growth score. The growth number signals students are advancing at a strong pace year over year, not just achieving well in absolute terms.

Among all 2,196 Florida elementary schools, Rawlings ranks #123. In Ponte Vedra Beach, it ranks first among the three public schools serving the area. At 1,043 students, Rawlings is a large elementary campus.

A 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio keeps individual access to instruction manageable at that enrollment. Families comparing public elementary schools in northeast Florida will find Rawlings near the top of every relevant ranking — local, regional, and statewide.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+0.26 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendStable
Academics9.6Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency86%
Reading/ELA Proficiency84%
Math vs. State Avg+25.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+28.8 pts
Overall Proficiency85%
Expected (poverty-adj.)69%
vs. Expected+16.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,235

Ponte Vedra Palm Valley- Rawlings Elementary School — Students at Ponte Vedra Palm Valley- Rawlings Elementary School score 85% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

12.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 90.2%
School
State
58.1%
ELA Proficiency 86.6%
School
State
54.2%

Based on 10 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
91%
ELA
86%
2021*
Math
86%
ELA
84%
2024
Math
91.3%
ELA
87.7%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How Ponte Vedra Palm Valley- Rawlings Elementary School Compares

See how Ponte Vedra Palm Valley- Rawlings Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.5/10
94th percentile in FL
Academic
9.6/10
9.6/10
Growth
8.5/10
Above average
Environment
7.0/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
13%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
69 teachers

Location

610 US HIGHWAY A1A N, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ponte Vedra Palm Valley- Rawlings Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. J. ALLEN AXSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Jacksonville), with a comparable rating. Another option is SAN PABLO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Jacksonville Beach), with a comparable rating. Additionally, JACKSONVILLE BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Jacksonville Beach), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Ponte Vedra Beach, see our Ponte Vedra Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.7 mi
School Distance Rating
CHRIST EPISCOPAL PRESCHOOL Ponte Vedra Beach 0.9 mi
PALMER CATHOLIC ACADEMY Ponte Vedra Beach 2.5 mi 5.7
COLLAGE DAY SCHOOL Ponte Vedra 2.8 mi 7.5
ALICE B. LANDRUM MIDDLE SCHOOL Ponte Vedra Beach 3.6 mi 7.0
OCEAN PALMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ponte Vedra Beach 3.8 mi 7.2
SEABREEZE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville Beach 3.9 mi 6.5
BRIDGEHAVEN ACADEMY Ponte Vedra Beach 4.3 mi
JACKSONVILLE BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville Beach 4.8 mi 7.9
THE DISCOVERY SCHOOL Jacksonville Beach 5.1 mi 7.1
ST PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL - JACKSONVILLE BEACH Jacksonville Beach 5.2 mi 5.3
THE NOBLE SCHOOL Jacksonville Beach 5.5 mi
THE FOUNDATION ACADEMY Jacksonville 5.4 mi 9.0
EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OF JACKSONVILLE BEACHES CAMPUS Jacksonville Beach 5.8 mi 7.7
J. ALLEN AXSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville 5.4 mi 8.2
MONTESSORI TIDES Jacksonville Beach 6.1 mi 6.8
SAN PABLO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville Beach 6.3 mi 8.1
DUNCAN U. FLETCHER MIDDLE SCHOOL Jacksonville Beach 6.4 mi 4.8
THE DEPAUL SCHOOL OF NE FLORIDA Jacksonville 6.3 mi 5.9
DUNCAN U. FLETCHER HIGH SCHOOL Neptune Beach 6.5 mi 4.7
PALM VALLEY ACADEMY Ponte Vedra 6.7 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 32082 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$122,807

Median Home Value

$732,700

Median Rent

$1,862/mo

Population

28,964

College Educated

67.8%

Homeownership

81.6%

Avg Commute

24.4 min

Poverty Rate

4.8%

Median Age

52.2

Community Profile

The community surrounding Ponte Vedra Palm Valley- Rawlings Elementary School has a median household income of $122,807. It is a well-educated community where 68% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $732,700, with a median rent of $1,862/month. The local poverty rate of 4.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ponte Vedra Palm Valley- Rawlings Elementary School

What grades does Ponte Vedra Palm Valley- Rawlings Elementary School serve?

Ponte Vedra Palm Valley- Rawlings Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Ponte Vedra Palm Valley- Rawlings Elementary School?

Ponte Vedra Palm Valley- Rawlings Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 1,043 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ponte Vedra Palm Valley- Rawlings Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Ponte Vedra Palm Valley- Rawlings Elementary School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ponte Vedra Palm Valley- Rawlings Elementary School rank in FL?

Ponte Vedra Palm Valley- Rawlings Elementary School is ranked #245 out of 3,777 schools in FL.

What is Ponte Vedra Palm Valley- Rawlings Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ponte Vedra Palm Valley- Rawlings Elementary School has a composite rating of 8.5 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 Ponte Vedra Palm Valley- Rawlings Elementary School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Ponte Vedra Palm Valley- Rawlings Elementary School has 90.2% math proficiency and 86.6% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Ponte Vedra Palm Valley- Rawlings Elementary School a charter school?

No, Ponte Vedra Palm Valley- Rawlings Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ponte Vedra Palm Valley- Rawlings Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Ponte Vedra Palm Valley- Rawlings Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ponte Vedra Palm Valley- Rawlings Elementary School?

12.5% of students at Ponte Vedra Palm Valley- Rawlings 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
28 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
1,043
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
69
Free/Reduced Lunch
12.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Johns County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

ST. JOHNS
District Enrollment
51,434
Schools in District
55
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,990
District Rank
#5 of 46

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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