Excellent
#346 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 9% in state
Ruth N. Upson Elementary School
Elementary School · DUVAL
1090 DANCY ST, Jacksonville, FL 32205
Enrollment
332
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
332
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#346 of 3,778
In Jacksonville
#8 of 184
public schools
In district
#11 of 194
DUVAL
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Ruth N. Upson Elementary School
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About Ruth N. Upson Elementary School
Ruth N. Upson Elementary School is a public elementary school in Jacksonville, FL, part of DUVAL. Ruth N.
Upson Elementary School serves approximately 332 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Ruth N. Upson Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #346 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Ruth N. Upson Elementary School show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 5.7
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
54% of students at Ruth N. Upson 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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Ruth N. Upson Elementary School — Students at Ruth N. Upson Elementary School score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.1%
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: 9.6/10.
How Ruth N. Upson Elementary School Compares
See how Ruth N. Upson 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
1090 DANCY ST, Jacksonville, FL 32205
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ruth N. Upson Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WEST RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is FISHWEIR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CENTRAL RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Jacksonville, see our Jacksonville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32205 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,609
Median Home Value
$257,900
Median Rent
$1,190/mo
Population
30,162
College Educated
36.2%
Homeownership
56%
Avg Commute
24.3 min
Poverty Rate
16.1%
Median Age
37.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ruth N. Upson Elementary School
What grades does Ruth N. Upson Elementary School serve?
Ruth N. Upson Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Ruth N. Upson Elementary School?
Ruth N. Upson Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 332 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ruth N. Upson Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ruth N. Upson 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 Ruth N. Upson Elementary School rank in FL?
Ruth N. Upson Elementary School ranks #346 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Ruth N. Upson Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ruth N. Upson Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Ruth N. Upson Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ruth N. Upson Elementary School has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ruth N. Upson Elementary School a charter school?
No, Ruth N. Upson Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ruth N. Upson Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Ruth N. Upson Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ruth N. Upson Elementary School?
58.1% of students at Ruth N. Upson 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 332
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Duval County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.6%
- Phone
- (904) 381-7485
Resources & Links
District
DUVAL- District Enrollment
- 127,971
- Schools in District
- 208
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,578
- District Rank
- #11 of 194
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