Serving 431 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pine Forest Elementary School ranks in the top 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 47% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (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 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 431 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pine Forest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Pine Forest Elementary School's student population of 431 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
431 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Pine Forest 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 Pine Forest Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#1397 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
13%
38%
Black
37%
21%
White
40%
34%
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pine Forest Elementary School's ranking?
Pine Forest Elementary School is ranked #1397 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Pine Forest Elementary School?
431 students attend Pine Forest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Pine Forest Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pine Forest Elementary School?
Pine Forest Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pine Forest Elementary School offer ?
Pine Forest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pine Forest Elementary School part of?
Pine Forest Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Pine Forest Elementary School located?
Pine Forest Elementary School is located in the Pine Forest neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Pine Forest.
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