Excellent
#647 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 17% in state
W. Douglas Hartley Elementary
Elementary School · ST. JOHNS
260 CACIQUE DR, St. Augustine, FL 32086
Enrollment
564
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
564
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#647 of 3,778
In St. Augustine
#9 of 32
public schools
In district
#16 of 46
ST. JOHNS
Equity
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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W. Douglas Hartley Elementary
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About W. Douglas Hartley Elementary
W. Douglas Hartley Elementary is a public elementary school in St. Augustine, FL, part of ST.
JOHNS. W. Douglas Hartley Elementary serves approximately 564 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio.
W. Douglas Hartley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #647 of 3,778 schools in FL. Structured state assessment records for W.
Douglas Hartley Elementary show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 7.9
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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W. Douglas Hartley Elementary — Students at W. Douglas Hartley Elementary score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 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: 7.4/10.
How W. Douglas Hartley Elementary Compares
See how W. Douglas Hartley 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
260 CACIQUE DR, St. Augustine, FL 32086
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering W. Douglas Hartley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KETTERLINUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 7.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is R. B. HUNT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 6.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, OSCEOLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 6.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in St. Augustine, see our St. Augustine schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GAMBLE ROGERS MIDDLE SCHOOL St. Augustine | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| PEDRO MENENDEZ HIGH SCHOOL St. Augustine | 2.7 mi | 5.9 |
| ISLAND PREP St. Augustine | 3.3 mi | 6.0 |
| BEACON OF HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL St. Augustine | 4.6 mi | 8.0 |
| OTIS A. MASON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Augustine | 4.7 mi | 8.8 |
| ST GERARD CAMPUS INC St. Augustine | 6.1 mi | — |
| OSCEOLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Augustine | 6.0 mi | 8.9 |
| MOULTRIE MONTESSORI SCHOOL St. Augustine | 6.7 mi | — |
| R. B. HUNT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Augustine | 6.7 mi | 9.0 |
| GAINES ALTERNATIVE AT HAMBLEN St. Augustine | 6.9 mi | 4.0 |
| THE EVELYN HAMBLEN CENTER St. Augustine | 6.9 mi | 4.4 |
| CATHEDRAL PARISH SCHOOL St. Augustine | 7.0 mi | 6.2 |
| ARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY St. Augustine | 7.1 mi | — |
| KETTERLINUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Augustine | 7.5 mi | 9.1 |
| JAMES A. WEBSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Augustine | 7.5 mi | 8.5 |
| R J MURRAY MIDDLE SCHOOL St. Augustine | 7.6 mi | 7.7 |
| THE PIONEER SCHOOL St. Augustine | 7.9 mi | 7.1 |
| VICTORY PREPARATORY SCHOOL St. Augustine | 8.0 mi | 7.1 |
| ST. AUGUSTINE PUBLIC MONTESSORI SCHOOL (SAPMS) St. Augustine | 8.2 mi | 2.5 |
| CROOKSHANK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Augustine | 8.3 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32086 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,508
Median Home Value
$342,000
Median Rent
$1,536/mo
Population
34,347
College Educated
32.8%
Homeownership
78.4%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
7.1%
Median Age
50.2
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| ALEXANDER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 8.2 |
| BAY VISTA FUNDAMENTAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg, FL | 8.2 |
| BELCHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clearwater, FL | 8.2 |
| CUNNINGHAM CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saint Johns, FL | 8.2 |
| CYPRESS SPRINGS ELEMENTARY Orlando, FL | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about W. Douglas Hartley Elementary
What grades does W. Douglas Hartley Elementary serve?
W. Douglas Hartley Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend W. Douglas Hartley Elementary?
W. Douglas Hartley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 564 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at W. Douglas Hartley Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at W. Douglas Hartley Elementary is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does W. Douglas Hartley Elementary rank in FL?
W. Douglas Hartley Elementary ranks #647 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is W. Douglas Hartley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
W. Douglas Hartley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 W. Douglas Hartley Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, W. Douglas Hartley Elementary has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is W. Douglas Hartley Elementary a charter school?
No, W. Douglas Hartley Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is W. Douglas Hartley Elementary a Title I school?
No, W. Douglas Hartley Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for W. Douglas Hartley Elementary?
46.6% of students at W. Douglas Hartley 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 564
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- St. Johns County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.5%
- Phone
- (904) 547-8400
Resources & Links
District
ST. JOHNS- District Enrollment
- 51,434
- Schools in District
- 55
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,990
- District Rank
- #16 of 46
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