Needs Improvement
#3772 of 3,778 schools in FL
Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School
Elementary School · DUVAL
1925 W 13TH ST, Jacksonville, FL 32209
Enrollment
237
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
2.2
Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
237
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
2.2
Grades
3rd – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,772 of 3,778
In Jacksonville
#182 of 184
public schools
In district
#192 of 194
DUVAL
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Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School
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About Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School
Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School is a public elementary school in Jacksonville, FL, part of DUVAL. Susie E.
Tolbert Elementary School serves approximately 237 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,772 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.7
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
93% of students at Susie E. Tolbert 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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Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School — Students at Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84%
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: 1.5/10.
How Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School Compares
See how Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1925 W 13TH ST, Jacksonville, FL 32209
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JOHN E. FORD K-8 SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER ELEMENTARY (rated 5.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KIPP V.O.I.C.E ACADEMY (rated 3.4/10, 1.7 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 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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| GLADES ACADEMY INC Pahokee, FL | 2.8 |
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| CHAMPIONSHIP ACADEMY OF DISTINCTION AT HOLLYWOOD Hollywood, FL | 2.9 |
| DON BREWER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville, FL | 2.9 |
| JACKIE HARRIS PREPARATORY ACADEMY Pensacola, FL | 2.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School
What grades does Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School serve?
Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.
How many students attend Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School?
Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 237 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School rank in FL?
Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School ranks #3,772 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School 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 Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School a charter school?
No, Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School?
84.0% of students at Susie E. Tolbert 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
- 3rd – 5th
- Enrollment
- 237
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Duval County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 92.8%
- Phone
- (904) 630-6860
Resources & Links
District
DUVAL- District Enrollment
- 127,971
- Schools in District
- 208
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,578
- District Rank
- #192 of 194
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