Fishweir Elementary School

Fishweir Elementary School

Public Pre-K, Elementary School | Grade Pre-K-5
3977 Herschel St,  Jacksonville, FL
Duval County Public Schools
3.5
487 Students
B+
Niche Grade
Creativity and a child-centered curriculum are the vision at Fishweir Elementary School in Jacksonville, Florida. As the only elementary and magnet school in the Avondale area, Fishweir provides public education for pre-kindergarten to 5th grade students. Fishweir Elementary is a mid-sized school with a teacher-student ratio that reflects the district average. Fishweir Elementary's well-rounded enrichment plan balances artistic expression into the daily curriculum. The school offers a musical education and visual arts program, blending creativity with the Florida Sunshine State education standards. Enrolled students can participate in music-centered groups and activities like chorus or band. Dance, drama and creative writing clubs offer more opportunities to self-express and develop skills. According to the Florida Department of Education, Fishweir Elementary has an above-average performance compared to other elementary schools in Jacksonville. Whether it's ceramics, playing a string instrument or acting, Fishweir Elementary can propel your students' imagination and education.

School Details

Head of School
Ms. Kimberly M Dennis
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Math Proficiency
69%
Reading Proficiency
72%

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
B
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
72%
Math Proficiency
69%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
26
Full Time Teachers
26
Teachers in First or Second Year
25.9%

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
13%
State Average
20%
Science
11%
State Average
23%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
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The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
441:1

Student Diversity

Female
57.6%
Male
42.4%
White
57.4%
Black
20.2%
Hispanic
12.7%
Two or more races
7.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.9%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
3.5 8 Reviews
3.0 parent
12/5/2023
This is a great school however it’s extremely overcrowded! They over accept and accommodate students outside of the neighborhood. Too many students. Extended day has a long waitlist. They don’t prioritize students that actually live in this school zone.
4.0 other
10/5/2022
I am a very recent alumni. This school feeds into LaVilla and its probably the best years of your life. I love the teachers.
3.0 other
12/18/2019
Disappointing. The best thing about it is it feeds into Lavilla - but it's become something to be endured.
5.0 parent
8/20/2019
It starts at the top! Mrs. Dennis is a phenomenal leader and she has created an environment that fosters the arts, creativity and love of learning for all stakeholders.

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Fishweir Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-5 in Jacksonville, FL and is served by the Duval County Public Schools in Florida. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 487 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19:1. Academic records show that 69% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 72% are proficient in reading. Fishweir Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $566,331. Discover additional schools in the area, like Riverside High School, Millennial Christian School, The Potter's House Christian Academy - High School, and more. Learn more about what Jacksonville has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Fishweir Elementary School.

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