Serving 939 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Discovery Oaks Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 75% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 939 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Discovery Oaks Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Discovery Oaks Elementary School's student population of 939 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
939 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Rankings
Discovery Oaks Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Discovery Oaks Elementary School is 0.74, which is more 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
#486 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
17%
37%
Black
35%
21%
White
33%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Discovery Oaks Elementary School's ranking?
Discovery Oaks Elementary School is ranked #486 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Discovery Oaks Elementary School often compared to?
Discovery Oaks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Plantation Oaks Elementary School, Orange Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Discovery Oaks Elementary School?
939 students attend Discovery Oaks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Discovery Oaks Elementary School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Discovery Oaks Elementary School?
Discovery Oaks Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Discovery Oaks Elementary School offer ?
Discovery Oaks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Discovery Oaks Elementary School part of?
Discovery Oaks Elementary School is part of Clay School District.
In what neighborhood is Discovery Oaks Elementary School located?
Discovery Oaks Elementary School is located in the OakLeaf Plantation neighborhood of Orange Park, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in OakLeaf Plantation.
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