Serving 233 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rufus E. Payne Elementary School 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 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 233 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rufus E. Payne Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Rufus E. Payne Elementary School's student population of 233 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
233 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Colors
Not available
School Motto
Soaring to success with EAGLE PRIDE
School Rankings
Rufus E. Payne Elementary School 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 Rufus E. Payne Elementary School is 0.22, 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)
20-29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
38%
Black
88%
21%
White
4%
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
83%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rufus E. Payne Elementary School's ranking?
Rufus E. Payne Elementary School is ranked #2831 out of 3,662 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?
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 Rufus E. Payne Elementary School?
233 students attend Rufus E. Payne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Rufus E. Payne Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rufus E. Payne Elementary School?
Rufus E. Payne Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rufus E. Payne Elementary School offer ?
Rufus E. Payne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rufus E. Payne Elementary School part of?
Rufus E. Payne Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Rufus E. Payne Elementary School located?
Rufus E. Payne Elementary School is located in the Northside neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 16 other public schools located in Northside.
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