Very Good
#1102 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 29% in state
Wildlight Elementary
Elementary School · NASSAU
550 CURIOSITY AVE, Yulee, FL 32097
Enrollment
1,164
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
1,164
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,102 of 3,778
In Yulee
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#8 of 17
NASSAU
Academic performance
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Wildlight Elementary
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About Wildlight Elementary
Wildlight Elementary is a public elementary school in Yulee, FL, part of NASSAU. Wildlight Elementary serves approximately 1,164 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Wildlight Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,102 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Wildlight Elementary show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 7.8
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Wildlight Elementary — Students at Wildlight Elementary score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
35.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 18 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: 6.7/10.
How Wildlight Elementary Compares
See how Wildlight 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
550 CURIOSITY AVE, Yulee, FL 32097
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wildlight Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. YULEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mary Lee Clark Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Saint Marys), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Saint Marys Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Saint Marys), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Yulee, see our Yulee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| YULEE PRIMARY SCHOOL Yulee | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| YULEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Yulee | 3.2 mi | 8.5 |
| YULEE HIGH SCHOOL Yulee | 3.9 mi | 6.5 |
| YULEE MIDDLE SCHOOL Yulee | 4.0 mi | 8.3 |
| IMPACT HALFWAY HOUSE Jacksonville | 8.0 mi | — |
| Saint Marys Elementary School Saint Marys | 8.6 mi | 8.2 |
| FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fernandina Beach | 8.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Saint Marys Middle School Saint Marys | 9.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Mary Lee Clark Elementary School Saint Marys | 9.9 mi | 8.5 |
| NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Saint Marys | 9.9 mi | 6.4 |
| David L Rainer Elementary School Kingsland | 10.1 mi | 7.7 |
| SOUTHEAST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kingsland | 10.2 mi | — |
| FIRST COAST HIGH SCHOOL Jacksonville | 10.6 mi | 5.2 |
| ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Jacksonville | 10.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Camden Middle School Kingsland | 11.2 mi | 6.8 |
| FAITH ACADEMY Jacksonville | 11.1 mi | — |
| LOUIS S. SHEFFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville | 11.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Matilda Harris Elementary School Kingsland | 11.4 mi | 8.0 |
| OCEANWAY SCHOOL Jacksonville | 11.4 mi | 4.1 |
| OCEANWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville | 11.9 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32097 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,270
Median Home Value
$293,300
Median Rent
$1,724/mo
Population
24,880
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
78.8%
Avg Commute
28.7 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
38.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wildlight Elementary
What grades does Wildlight Elementary serve?
Wildlight Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Wildlight Elementary?
Wildlight Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 1,164 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wildlight Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Wildlight Elementary is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wildlight Elementary rank in FL?
Wildlight Elementary ranks #1,102 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Wildlight Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Wildlight Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Wildlight Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wildlight Elementary has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
Is Wildlight Elementary a charter school?
No, Wildlight Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wildlight Elementary a Title I school?
No, Wildlight Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wildlight Elementary?
35.1% of students at Wildlight 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
- 1,164
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 70
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.9%
- Phone
- (904) 225-3053
Resources & Links
District
NASSAU- District Enrollment
- 12,746
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,049
- District Rank
- #8 of 17
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