Serving 1,187 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, New Berlin Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (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 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,187 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Berlin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
New Berlin Elementary School's student population of 1,187 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,187 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Berlin Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Berlin 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
#370 out of 3704 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
15%
37%
Black
34%
21%
White
39%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
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 New Berlin Elementary School's ranking?
New Berlin Elementary School is ranked #370 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are New Berlin Elementary School often compared to?
New Berlin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Louis S. Sheffield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend New Berlin Elementary School?
1,187 students attend New Berlin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of New Berlin Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Berlin Elementary School?
New Berlin Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does New Berlin Elementary School offer ?
New Berlin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Berlin Elementary School part of?
New Berlin Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is New Berlin Elementary School located?
New Berlin Elementary School is located in the Northside neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 18 other public schools located in Northside.
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