Serving 816 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jack David Gordon Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 816 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jack David Gordon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Jack David Gordon Elementary School's student population of 816 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
816 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jack David Gordon Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jack David Gordon Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#259 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
91%
37%
Black
2%
21%
White
5%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Jack David Gordon Elementary School's ranking?
Jack David Gordon Elementary School is ranked #259 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Jack David Gordon Elementary School often compared to?
Jack David Gordon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Norma Butler Bossard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Jack David Gordon Elementary School?
816 students attend Jack David Gordon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Jack David Gordon Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jack David Gordon Elementary School?
Jack David Gordon Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jack David Gordon Elementary School offer ?
Jack David Gordon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jack David Gordon Elementary School part of?
Jack David Gordon Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Jack David Gordon Elementary School located?
Jack David Gordon Elementary School is located in the West End neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 49 other public schools located in West End.
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