Serving 692 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Highlands Estates Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 692 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highlands Estates Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Highlands Estates Academy's student population of 692 students has grown by 65% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
692 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Highlands Estates Academy 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 Highlands Estates Academy is 0.48, 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
#2831 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
14%
38%
Black
70%
21%
White
10%
34%
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
61%
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
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highlands Estates Academy's ranking?
Highlands Estates Academy is ranked #2831 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Highlands Estates Academy often compared to?
Highlands Estates Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Biscayne Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Highlands Estates Academy?
692 students attend Highlands Estates Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Highlands Estates Academy students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highlands Estates Academy?
Highlands Estates Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Highlands Estates Academy offer ?
Highlands Estates Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Highlands Estates Academy part of?
Highlands Estates Academy is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Highlands Estates Academy located?
Highlands Estates Academy is located in the Highlands neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 5 other public schools located in Highlands.
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