Serving 1,090 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Chet's Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,090 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chet's Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Chet's Creek Elementary School's student population of 1,090 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,090 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chet's Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chet's Creek Elementary School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#404 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
31%
37%
Black
6%
21%
White
46%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chet's Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Chet's Creek Elementary School is ranked #404 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Chet's Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Chet's Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alimacani Elementary School, J. Allen Axson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Chet's Creek Elementary School?
1,090 students attend Chet's Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Chet's Creek Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chet's Creek Elementary School?
Chet's Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chet's Creek Elementary School offer ?
Chet's Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chet's Creek Elementary School part of?
Chet's Creek Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Chet's Creek Elementary School located?
Chet's Creek Elementary School is located in the Southside neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 8 other public schools located in Southside.
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