Serving 694 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South Woods 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 52% (which is equal to 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 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 694 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Woods Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
South Woods Elementary School's student population of 694 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
694 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Woods 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 South Woods Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#2136 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
10%
37%
Black
15%
21%
White
68%
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
68%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Woods Elementary School's ranking?
South Woods Elementary School is ranked #2136 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% 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 South Woods Elementary School?
694 students attend South Woods Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of South Woods Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Woods Elementary School?
South Woods Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Woods Elementary School offer ?
South Woods Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is South Woods Elementary School part of?
South Woods Elementary School is part of St. Johns School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Spring Break - Student / Teacher Holiday
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day for Students
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
Last Day for Teachers - Teacher Planning Day
June 02, 2025 (Monday)
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