Serving 333 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Central Riverside Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Central Riverside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
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Central Riverside Elementary School's student population of 333 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
333 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Last Day of School
Fri. May 1, 2026
Central Riverside Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Riverside Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#858 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
5%
37%
Black
71%
21%
White
14%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
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
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Central Riverside Elementary School's ranking?
Central Riverside Elementary School is ranked #858 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Central Riverside Elementary School?
333 students attend Central Riverside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Central Riverside Elementary School students are Black, 14% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Riverside Elementary School?
Central Riverside Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Central Riverside Elementary School offer ?
Central Riverside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Riverside Elementary School part of?
Central Riverside Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Central Riverside Elementary School located?
Central Riverside Elementary School is located in the Riverside neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Riverside.
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