Serving 482 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pinedale Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower 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 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 482 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pinedale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pinedale Elementary School's student population of 482 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
482 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Colors
Navy and Gold
School Rankings
Pinedale Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pinedale Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#2602 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
11%
38%
Black
66%
21%
White
15%
34%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
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 Pinedale Elementary School's ranking?
Pinedale Elementary School is ranked #2602 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% 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 Pinedale Elementary School?
482 students attend Pinedale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Pinedale Elementary School students are Black, 15% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pinedale Elementary School?
Pinedale Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pinedale Elementary School offer ?
Pinedale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pinedale Elementary School part of?
Pinedale Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Pinedale Elementary School located?
Pinedale Elementary School is located in the Lackawanna neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School
August 10, 2026 (Monday)
Schools Closed
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Schools Closed
December 21, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
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