Serving 553 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dinsmore 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 72% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher 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 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dinsmore Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Dinsmore Elementary School's student population of 553 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
553 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dinsmore Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dinsmore Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#988 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
37%
Black
55%
21%
White
29%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
47%
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 Dinsmore Elementary School's ranking?
Dinsmore Elementary School is ranked #988 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Dinsmore Elementary School often compared to?
Dinsmore Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kipp V.o.i.c.e Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Dinsmore Elementary School?
553 students attend Dinsmore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Dinsmore Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dinsmore Elementary School?
Dinsmore Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dinsmore Elementary School offer ?
Dinsmore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dinsmore Elementary School part of?
Dinsmore Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Dinsmore Elementary School located?
Dinsmore Elementary School is located in the Northside neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 18 other public schools located in Northside.
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