JOHN E. FORD K-8 SCHOOL

JOHN E. FORD K-8 SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the DUVAL school district, located in JACKSONVILLE, FL with about 633 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 45 teachers, JOHN E. FORD K-8 SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

JOHN E. FORD K-8 SCHOOL, located in the historic Durkeeville neighborhood of Jacksonville, Florida, serves as a cornerstone of the Duval County Public Schools district. As a K-8 institution, the school provides a continuous educational environment that spans from early childhood through the middle school years, aiming to foster academic growth and social development during these formative stages of a student's life. The school’s mission emphasizes creating a supportive and engaging atmosphere that prepares students for the rigors of high school and beyond, while maintaining strong connections to the local community.

Academically, John E. Ford is known for its commitment to student-centered learning and the utilization of district-wide resources to enhance curriculum delivery. The school focuses on building strong foundational skills in literacy and mathematics while encouraging students to participate in extracurricular activities and enrichment programs. By integrating technology and modern instructional strategies, the faculty strives to meet the diverse needs of its student population, ensuring that every child has the tools necessary to succeed in a changing global landscape.

For more information, contact JOHN E. FORD K-8 SCHOOL at (904) 630-6540 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.