Serving 496 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Southside Estates Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 496 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southside Estates Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Southside Estates Elementary School's student population of 496 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
496 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Southside Estates Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southside Estates Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#1811 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
31%
37%
Black
31%
21%
White
29%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
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 Southside Estates Elementary School's ranking?
Southside Estates Elementary School is ranked #1811 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Southside Estates Elementary School often compared to?
Southside Estates Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Windy Hill Elementary School, Twin Lakes Academy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Southside Estates Elementary School?
496 students attend Southside Estates Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Southside Estates Elementary School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southside Estates Elementary School?
Southside Estates Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Southside Estates Elementary School offer ?
Southside Estates Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southside Estates Elementary School part of?
Southside Estates Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Southside Estates Elementary School located?
Southside Estates Elementary School is located in the Southside Estates neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Southside Estates.
School Reviews
5 8/20/2012
I went to Southside Estates Elementary School for kindergarn until 1st. Came back for the rest of 4th and 5th..I loved the play that we put on.I was their in 1986,Sorry if year is wrong..
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