Needs Improvement
#3773 of 3,778 schools in FL
Smart Pope Livingston Elementary
Elementary School · DUVAL
1128 BARBER ST, Jacksonville, FL 32209
Enrollment
425
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
2.2
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
425
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
2.2
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,773 of 3,778
In Jacksonville
#183 of 184
public schools
In district
#193 of 194
DUVAL
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About Smart Pope Livingston Elementary
Smart Pope Livingston Elementary is a public elementary school in Jacksonville, FL, part of DUVAL. Smart Pope Livingston Elementary serves approximately 425 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 19.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Smart Pope Livingston Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,773 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Smart Pope Livingston Elementary show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2015) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2015).
- This school 2.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.7
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
70% of students at Smart Pope Livingston Elementary 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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Smart Pope Livingston Elementary — Students at Smart Pope Livingston Elementary score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL EDFACTS (2014-15)
Based on 14 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.4/10.
How Smart Pope Livingston Elementary Compares
See how Smart Pope Livingston Elementary 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
1128 BARBER ST, Jacksonville, FL 32209
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Smart Pope Livingston Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CENTRAL RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RIVERSIDE PRESBYTERIAN DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST PAUL'S CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL-RIVERSIDE (rated 6.5/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jacksonville, see our Jacksonville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32209 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$29,468
Median Home Value
$92,300
Median Rent
$1,042/mo
Population
35,490
College Educated
11.9%
Homeownership
47.7%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
37.1%
Median Age
37.3
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| HYDE GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville, FL | 2.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Smart Pope Livingston Elementary
What grades does Smart Pope Livingston Elementary serve?
Smart Pope Livingston Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Smart Pope Livingston Elementary?
Smart Pope Livingston Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 425 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Smart Pope Livingston Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Smart Pope Livingston Elementary is 19.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Smart Pope Livingston Elementary rank in FL?
Smart Pope Livingston Elementary ranks #3,773 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Smart Pope Livingston Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Smart Pope Livingston Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.2 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 Smart Pope Livingston Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Smart Pope Livingston Elementary has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2015) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2015).
Is Smart Pope Livingston Elementary a charter school?
No, Smart Pope Livingston Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Smart Pope Livingston Elementary a Title I school?
No, Smart Pope Livingston Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Smart Pope Livingston Elementary?
87.5% of students at Smart Pope Livingston Elementary 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 425
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Duval County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 70.1%
- Phone
- (904) 630-6580
Resources & Links
District
DUVAL- District Enrollment
- 127,971
- Schools in District
- 208
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,578
- District Rank
- #193 of 194
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