Serving 749 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 749 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School's student population of 749 students has grown by 296% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 200% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
749 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rutledge H. Pearson 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 Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School is 0.21, 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
#2016 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
37%
Black
89%
21%
White
4%
35%
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
80%
47%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School's ranking?
Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School is ranked #2016 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School often compared to?
Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Biscayne Elementary School, San Mateo Elementary School, Sallye B. Mathis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% 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 Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School?
749 students attend Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School?
Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School offer ?
Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School part of?
Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School located?
Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School is located in the Northside neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 18 other public schools located in Northside.
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