Serving 1,242 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Westview K-8 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 47% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (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 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,242 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westview K-8's student population of 1,242 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,242 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Welcome to Westview PK-8 School – Where Every Student is a Superhero!
School Rankings
Westview K-8 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 Westview K-8 is 0.61, 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
#2595 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
19%
37%
Black
58%
21%
White
16%
35%
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
60%
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 Westview K-8's ranking?
Westview K-8 is ranked #2595 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Westview K-8 often compared to?
Westview K-8is often viewed alongside schools like Duval Charter School At Westside by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Westview K-8?
1,242 students attend Westview K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Westview K-8 students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westview K-8?
Westview K-8 has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Westview K-8 offer ?
Westview K-8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westview K-8 part of?
Westview K-8 is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Westview K-8 located?
Westview K-8 is located in the Southwest Jacksonville neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 18 other public schools located in Southwest Jacksonville.
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