RUTH N. UPSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
RUTH N. UPSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the DUVAL school district, located in JACKSONVILLE, FL with about 440 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 29 teachers, RUTH N. UPSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
RUTH N. UPSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in the Riverside/Murray Hill area of Jacksonville, Florida, is a public school serving students in grades Pre-K through 5. As part of the Duval County Public Schools district, the institution is known for its historic campus and community-focused environment. The school typically emphasizes foundational academic skills while fostering a nurturing atmosphere intended to support the developmental needs of its young student body.
The school is recognized for its commitment to providing a balanced curriculum that includes core subjects, arts, and extracurricular activities. By maintaining a strong connection with the surrounding neighborhood, Ruth N. Upson aims to create a collaborative partnership between parents, educators, and the local community to enhance student engagement and success. For those interested in enrollment, specific programs, or current academic performance data, the school’s official website provides comprehensive resources and updates on school initiatives.
For more information, contact RUTH N. UPSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (904) 381-7485 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
JACKSONVILLE, FL 32205-5289
(904) 381-7485
RUTH N. UPSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in JACKSONVILLE, FL with about 440 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Florida
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- DUVAL
- Total Students:
- 440
- Teachers:
- 29
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 440 students
- White
- 47.0%
- Black or African American
- 35.7%
- Two or more races
- 9.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 6.6%
- Asian
- 1.4%
- Female
- 49.5%
- Male
- 50.5%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.