Serving 493 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, J. Allen Axson Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 493 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J. Allen Axson 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
Student Attention
School Overview
J. Allen Axson Elementary School's student population of 493 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
493 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
J. Allen Axson Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J. Allen Axson Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#76 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Asian
16%
3%
Hispanic
16%
38%
Black
12%
21%
White
43%
34%
Two or more races
13%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
42%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J. Allen Axson Elementary School's ranking?
J. Allen Axson Elementary School is ranked #76 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are J. Allen Axson Elementary School often compared to?
J. Allen Axson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chet's Creek Elementary School, Alimacani Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend J. Allen Axson Elementary School?
493 students attend J. Allen Axson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of J. Allen Axson Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 12% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J. Allen Axson Elementary School?
J. Allen Axson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does J. Allen Axson Elementary School offer ?
J. Allen Axson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is J. Allen Axson Elementary School part of?
J. Allen Axson Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is J. Allen Axson Elementary School located?
J. Allen Axson Elementary School is located in the Southside neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 8 other public schools located in Southside.
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