Serving 690 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, J.l. Wilkinson 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 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 690 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J.l. Wilkinson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
J.l. Wilkinson Elementary School's student population of 690 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
690 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
J.l. Wilkinson 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 J.l. Wilkinson Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#1551 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
Hispanic
10%
38%
Black
2%
21%
White
84%
34%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J.l. Wilkinson Elementary School's ranking?
J.l. Wilkinson Elementary School is ranked #1551 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are J.l. Wilkinson Elementary School often compared to?
J.l. Wilkinson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Doctors Inlet Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend J.l. Wilkinson Elementary School?
690 students attend J.l. Wilkinson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of J.l. Wilkinson Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J.l. Wilkinson Elementary School?
J.l. Wilkinson Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does J.l. Wilkinson Elementary School offer ?
J.l. Wilkinson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is J.l. Wilkinson Elementary School part of?
J.l. Wilkinson Elementary School is part of Clay School District.
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