Serving 921 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Crystal Springs Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower 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 69% 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: 921 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crystal Springs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Crystal Springs Elementary School's student population of 921 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
921 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Crystal Springs Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crystal Springs Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#1984 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
20%
37%
Black
39%
21%
White
31%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crystal Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Crystal Springs Elementary School is ranked #1984 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Crystal Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Crystal Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chaffee Trail Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Crystal Springs Elementary School?
921 students attend Crystal Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Crystal Springs Elementary School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Crystal Springs Elementary School?
Crystal Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Crystal Springs Elementary School offer ?
Crystal Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crystal Springs Elementary School part of?
Crystal Springs Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Crystal Springs Elementary School located?
Crystal Springs Elementary School is located in the Northwest neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in Northwest.
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