New Berlin Elementary School

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New Berlin Elementary School ranks 648 th of 2256 Florida elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

Summary:

New Berlin Elementary School is a public elementary school in Jacksonville, Florida, serving around 1,200 students from kindergarten to 5th grade, and is part of the Duval School District.

New Berlin Elementary consistently outperforms the Duval district and Florida state averages in standardized test scores, with 72% of 5th-grade students proficient or better in Statewide Science/Science, compared to 49% for Duval and 53% for Florida. The school also has 60-72% of students proficient or better in FAST English Language Arts and Math across 3rd, 4th, and 5th grades, outperforming the district and state. Additionally, New Berlin Elementary has a more racially diverse student population compared to many nearby schools, with a mix of White (41.67%), African American (34%), and Hispanic (13.25%) students. However, the school has seen a concerning increase in chronic absenteeism rates, rising from 14.9% in 2019-2020 to 31.4% in 2022-2023, which is significantly higher than the state average and nearby schools.

While New Berlin Elementary outperforms many nearby schools, such as Oceanway Elementary and San Mateo Elementary, which also demonstrate strong academic performance, the higher spending per student at New Berlin Elementary, from $6,800 in 2019-2020 to $8,666 in 2022-2023, may contribute to its academic success. However, addressing the root causes of the school's increasing chronic absenteeism rate should be a priority for the school and district.

Detail:

Public PK, KG-5

3613 New Berlin Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32226

(904) 714-4601

District: Duval

SchoolDigger Rank:
648^th of 2,256 Florida Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $8,666

Students who attend New Berlin Elementary School usually attend:

Middle:	Oceanway School
High:	First Coast High School

Student/teacher ratio: 18.5

Number of students: 1,187

Racial breakdown:

White:

38.8%

African American:

34.3%

Hispanic:

14.7%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 36.5%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details New Berlin Elementary School ranks better than 71.3% of elementary schools in Florida. It also ranks 22^nd among 119 ranked elementary schools in the Duval School District. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 69.47. (See more...)

Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.

Student Body

Compare Details Student population at New Berlin Elementary School is diverse. Racial makeup is: White (38.8%), African American (34.3%), Hispanic (14.7%). (See more...)

Compare Details 36.5% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at New Berlin Elementary School is 18.5. 76 elementary schools in the Duval School District have better student/teacher ratios. (See more...)

Compare New Berlin Elementary School employs 64 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at New Berlin Elementary School is $8,666. 111 elementary schools in the Duval School District spend more per student.

Schooldigger Rankings:

New Berlin Elementary School was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.

Duval:

SchoolDigger ranks Duval 54^th of 68 Florida school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for New Berlin Elementary School

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Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	FL State Percentile
2009	65.23	664^th	1847	64.0%
2010	64.35	717^th	1919	62.6%
2011	76.42	432^nd	1985	78.2%
2012	78.51	379^th	1984	80.9%
2013	79.66	357^th	2029	82.4%
2014	74.43	465^th	2064	77.5%
2016	80.51	372^nd	2087	82.2%
2017	85.42	254^th	2112	88.0%
2018	89.11	173^rd	2118	91.8%
2019	83.92	313^th	2182	85.7%
2021	80.32	420^th	2247	81.3%
2022	86.85	268^th	2219	87.9%
2023	79.05	428^th	2240	80.9%
2024	69.47	648^th	2256	71.3%

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Data source: test scores: Florida Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Data source: Florida Department of Education

Review counts

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100%

Reviews:

by a parent
Sunday, August 29, 2021

My daughter is currently a 5th grader at New Berlin Elementary. She has been going to this school since kindergarten. As a parent, I'm thankful to every single faculty and staff at NBE. They are such caring group of people. They'll communicate with the parents from class dojo phone app (even late at night, early morning or even on the weekends) phone voicemail, school FB page and Tuesday folders. Making sure everyone is getting the message one way or the other.
It takes a big heart to help shape little minds. NBE has been providing a safe, loving place for the children. My daughter is loving every single faulty and staff there. Thank you NBE!!! Close Quote

by a parent
Friday, June 15, 2018

An all around wonderful school. I am proud to be a member of the NBE family. Close Quote

by a parent
Friday, May 25, 2018

Absolutely the best school my son has ever attended. He’s been there since 2nd grade and he is moving onto 6th grade at Oceanway Middle next school year 2018-2019. The staff is wonderful and the teachers are amazing. They definitely do their job right! They keep students on track and help them if they fall behind, they make sure no student falls behind by doing everything possible to help a child learn. Great communication with staff and even better communication between teachers and parents. My son and I will miss this school tremendously but we have made great friends with other student and parents and we will always be grateful for having the opportunity of becoming part of the New Berlin Elementary Family!!! A++++ for this school. Close Quote

Enrollment information for New Berlin Elementary School

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Not Specified	Total
2007	469	103	35	23	0	n/a	n/a	43	673
2008	592	165	40	44	0	n/a	n/a	47	888
2009	626	192	40	53	0	n/a	n/a	59	970
2010	657	181	38	75	0	n/a	n/a	40	991
2011	659	189	33	72	0	2	47	0	1002
2012	686	203	30	75	0	2	46	0	1042
2013	704	212	37	78	0	2	46	0	1079
2014	727	249	29	79	2	3	69	0	1158
2015	694	253	33	88	6	2	94	0	1170
2016	698	267	41	91	6	3	79	0	1185
2017	657	261	38	79	2	2	75	0	1114
2018	653	305	37	98	5	1	81	0	1180
2019	623	323	34	107	7	1	83	0	1178
2020	634	353	35	101	6	2	86	0	1217
2021	551	353	24	130	1	3	78	0	1140
2022	567	368	28	156	4	2	80	0	1205
2023	500	408	35	159	5	6	87	0	1200
2024	461	407	38	174	7	5	95	0	1187

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at New Berlin Elementary School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2007	673	35.0	19.2	22.9
2008	888	51.0	17.4	25
2009	970	62.1	16.2	31.2
2010	991	64.0	15.4	29.2
2011	1002	64.0	15.6	32.4
2012	1042	60.0	17.3	32
2013	1079	62.0	17.4	27.2
2014	1158	68.0	17.0	33.1
2015	1170	73.0	16.0	35.1
2016	1185	74.0	16.0	36.6
2017	1114	71.0	15.6	36.8
2018	1180	69.0	17.1	37.5
2019	1178	65.0	18.1	35.7
2020	1217	71.0	17.1	37.4
2021	1140	71.0	16.0	36.1
2022	1205	65.0	18.5	32.2
2023	1200	68.0	17.6	35.6
2024	1187	64.0	18.5	36.5

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio New Berlin Elementary School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2007	673	35.0	19.2	22.9
2008	888	51.0	17.4	25
2009	970	62.1	16.2	31.2
2010	991	64.0	15.4	29.2
2011	1002	64.0	15.6	32.4
2012	1042	60.0	17.3	32
2013	1079	62.0	17.4	27.2
2014	1158	68.0	17.0	33.1
2015	1170	73.0	16.0	35.1
2016	1185	74.0	16.0	36.6
2017	1114	71.0	15.6	36.8
2018	1180	69.0	17.1	37.5
2019	1178	65.0	18.1	35.7
2020	1217	71.0	17.1	37.4
2021	1140	71.0	16.0	36.1
2022	1205	65.0	18.5	32.2
2023	1200	68.0	17.6	35.6
2024	1187	64.0	18.5	36.5

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for New Berlin Elementary School

Year	Expenditures from Federal Funds	Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2018	$219 (3.3%)	$6,435 (96.7%)	$6,654
2019	$216 (3.3%)	$6,338 (96.7%)	$6,554
2020	$208 (3.1%)	$6,593 (97.0%)	$6,800
2021	$456 (6.1%)	$6,984 (93.9%)	$7,440
2022	$1,216 (15.4%)	$6,667 (84.6%)	$7,882
2023	$1,206 (13.9%)	$7,461 (86.1%)	$8,666

Data source: Florida Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on New Berlin Elementary School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Rank Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Ranks 313^th of 2182 Elementary schools	Ranks 428^th of 2240 Elementary schools	4.8%

Test Scores

	% proficient Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	% proficient Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (New Berlin Elementary School)	76	79	3%
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Duval)	51	47	4%
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Florida)	58	53	5%
3rd Grade Mathematics (New Berlin Elementary School)	86	85	1%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Duval)	61	56	5%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Florida)	62	58	4%
4th Grade English Language Arts (New Berlin Elementary School)	70	68	2%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Duval)	52	50	2%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Florida)	58	57	1%
4th Grade Mathematics (New Berlin Elementary School)	87	81	6%
4th Grade Mathematics (Duval)	64	58	6%
4th Grade Mathematics (Florida)	64	61	3%
5th Grade English Language Arts (New Berlin Elementary School)	66	69	3%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Duval)	50	47	3%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Florida)	56	55	1%
5th Grade Mathematics (New Berlin Elementary School)	72	73	1%
5th Grade Mathematics (Duval)	57	50	7%
5th Grade Mathematics (Florida)	60	52	8%
5th Grade Science (New Berlin Elementary School)	73	68	5%
5th Grade Science (Duval)	49	48	1%
5th Grade Science (Florida)	53	51	2%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	1178	1200	1.9%
African American	323	408	26.3%
American Indian	7	5	28.6%
Asian	34	35	2.9%
Hispanic	107	159	48.6%
Pacific Islander	1	6	500%
White	623	500	19.7%
Two or More Races	83	87	4.8%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	35.7%	35.6%	0.2%

Schools Near New Berlin Elementary School

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				FAST English Language Arts (2024)				FAST Math (2024)				Statewide Science Science (2024)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2023)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	FAST English Language Arts 3rd Grade	FAST English Language Arts 4th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 5th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 6th Grade	FAST Math 3rd Grade	FAST Math 4th Grade	FAST Math 5th Grade	FAST Math 6th Grade	Statewide Science Science 5th Grade	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
New Berlin Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	3613 New Berlin Rd	Jacksonville	32226	Duval County	Duval	No	No	No	No	(904) 714-4601	1,187	64	18.5	36.5%	461 (38.8%)	407 (34.3%)	174 (14.7%)	38 (3.2%)	7 (0.6%)	5 (0.4%)	95 (8.0%)	69.5	648^th of 2256 public elementary schools	71.3%		79	428^th of 2240 public elementary schools	80.9%	220	60.0	57.0	61.0		72.0	60.0	62.0		72.0	$8,666	$1,206	$7,461
Louis S. Sheffield Elementary School	Public	K-5	13333 Lanier Rd	Jacksonville	32226	Duval County	Duval	No	No	No	No	(904) 696-8758	704	37	19.0	37.6%	310 (44.0%)	231 (32.8%)	76 (10.8%)	13 (1.8%)	7 (1.0%)	4 (0.6%)	63 (8.9%)	59.6	871^st of 2256 public elementary schools	61.4%		58.3	878^th of 2240 public elementary schools	60.8%	7	52.0	43.0	58.0		66.0	55.0	69.0		79.0	$9,186	$1,499	$7,687
Oceanway Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	12555 Gillespie Ave	Jacksonville	32218	Duval County	Duval	No	No	No	Yes	(904) 696-8762	708	38	18.6	47.3%	302 (42.7%)	218 (30.8%)	99 (14.0%)	18 (2.5%)	5 (0.7%)	6 (0.8%)	60 (8.5%)	49.5	1103^rd of 2256 public elementary schools	51.1%		60	837^th of 2240 public elementary schools	62.6%	266	60.0	43.0	48.0		70.0	57.0	50.0		50.0	$9,656	$1,979	$7,677
San Mateo Elementary School	Public, Magnet	PK, KG-5	600 Baisden Rd	Jacksonville	32218	Duval County	Duval	No	Yes	No	No	(904) 696-8750	495	28	17.6	45.7%	212 (42.8%)	186 (37.6%)	51 (10.3%)	9 (1.8%)	1 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	36 (7.3%)	63.7	782^nd of 2256 public elementary schools	65.3%		75.5	500^th of 2240 public elementary schools	77.7%	282	62.0	55.0	62.0		56.0	55.0	68.0		67.0	$9,038	$1,216	$7,822
Biscayne Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	12230 Biscayne Blvd	Jacksonville	32218	Duval County	Duval	No	No	No	Yes	(904) 714-4650	804	44	18.2	61.3%	58 (7.2%)	683 (85.0%)	35 (4.4%)	0 (0.0%)	4 (0.5%)	1 (0.1%)	23 (2.9%)	42.5	1277^th of 2256 public elementary schools	43.4%		48	1139^th of 2240 public elementary schools	49.2%	138	50.0	37.0	41.0		58.0	65.0	72.0		29.0	$10,215	$2,352	$7,863
Highlands Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	1000 Depaul Dr	Jacksonville	32218	Duval County	Duval	No	No	No	Yes	(904) 696-8754	396	30	13.2	72.7%	35 (8.8%)	302 (76.3%)	26 (6.6%)	5 (1.3%)	1 (0.3%)	0 (0.0%)	27 (6.8%)	10.2	2150^th of 2256 public elementary schools	4.7%		18.4	1952^nd of 2240 public elementary schools	12.9%	198	27.0	22.0	34.0		39.0	34.0	34.0		19.0	$13,524	$3,363	$10,161
Fort Caroline Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	3925 Athore Dr	Jacksonville	32277	Duval County	Duval	No	No	No	Yes	(904) 745-4904	470	27	17.4	72.6%	60 (12.8%)	296 (63.0%)	79 (16.8%)	2 (0.4%)	2 (0.4%)	2 (0.4%)	29 (6.2%)	17.6	1967^th of 2256 public elementary schools	12.8%		20.8	1879^th of 2240 public elementary schools	16.1%	88	40.0	30.0	38.0		41.0	40.0	35.0		33.0	$10,273	$2,725	$7,549
Seaside Charter North Campus	Public, Charter	K-6	1429 Broward Rd	Jacksonville	32218	Duval County	Duval	Yes	No	No	No	(904) 973-2743	422	0	17.2	54.0%	205 (48.6%)	119 (28.2%)	49 (11.6%)	2 (0.5%)	1 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	46 (10.9%)	15.4	2022^nd of 2256 public elementary schools	10.4%		13.6	2064^th of 2240 public elementary schools	7.9%	42	36.0	32.0	33.0	45.0	41.0	19.0	7.0	41.0	38.0	$9,213	$68	$9,146
Somerset Academy-Elementary Eagle Campus	Public, Charter	K-5	2100 Dunn Ave	Jacksonville	32218	Duval County	Duval	Yes	No	No	Yes	(904) 551-3292	376	0	18.0	83.0%	21 (5.6%)	332 (88.3%)	18 (4.8%)	1 (0.3%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	4 (1.1%)	17.8	1962^nd of 2256 public elementary schools	13.0%		26.4	1704^th of 2240 public elementary schools	23.9%	258	48.0	38.0	32.0		54.0	21.0	28.0		18.0	$8,667	$1,227	$7,440
Don Brewer Elementary School	Public	3-5	3385 Hartsfield Rd	Jacksonville	32277	Duval County	Duval	No	No	No	Yes	(904) 745-4990	327	19	17.2	57.5%	66 (20.2%)	171 (52.3%)	51 (15.6%)	13 (4.0%)	4 (1.2%)	0 (0.0%)	22 (6.7%)	16.8	1984^th of 2256 public elementary schools	12.1%		15.6	2014^th of 2240 public elementary schools	10.1%	30	42.0	33.0	38.0		42.0	38.0	24.0		33.0	$12,528	$2,723	$9,804

Frequently Asked Questions about New Berlin Elementary School

How many students attend New Berlin Elementary School?

In the 2023-24 school year, 1,187 students attended New Berlin Elementary School.

What is the racial makeup of New Berlin Elementary School?

Students at New Berlin Elementary School are 39% White, 34% African American, 15% Hispanic, 8% Two or more races, 3% Asian.

What district is New Berlin Elementary School in?

Duval

What schools do graduates of New Berlin Elementary School attend?

Students who attend New Berlin Elementary School usually go on to attend:

Middle : Oceanway School
High : First Coast High School

Is New Berlin Elementary School a good school?

New Berlin Elementary School ranks 648^th of 2256 Florida elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

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