Dinsmore Elementary School

7126 Civic Club Dr
Jacksonville, FL 32219
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 562 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 69% (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 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 562 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 75%
  • : Top 30% in FL
  • : 69% (Top 20%)
  • : 54% (Top 50%)
  • : 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
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Dinsmore Elementary School's student population of 562 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
562 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Motto
Building Futures on Tracks of Tradition!

School Rankings

Dinsmore 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 Dinsmore Elementary School is 0.60, 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#1040 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
69%
52%
54%
52%
50-54%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
10%
38%
Black
57%
21%
White
25%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.60
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Duval School District
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 #1040 out of 3,662 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?
69% 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?
562 students attend Dinsmore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Dinsmore Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dinsmore Elementary School?
Dinsmore Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, 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 16 other public schools located in Northside.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 562 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 75%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 69% (Top 20%)
  • : 54% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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