Serving 266 students in grades 3-5, Susie E. Tolbert 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 34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School's student population of 266 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
266 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#3122 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
36%
Black
88%
21%
White
6%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School's ranking?
Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School is ranked #3122 out of 3,655 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?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School?
266 students attend Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School students are Black, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School?
Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School offer ?
Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School part of?
Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School located?
Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School is located in the Mid Westside neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in Mid Westside.
School Calendar
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Date
LAST DAY OF SCHOOL
May 31, 2024 (Friday)
Last day of school
May 31, 2024 (Friday)
First day of school
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
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