At a glance
Reported students
690
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
56
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
12.3:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–06
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Florida elementary enrollment
66th percentile
Compared with 2,220 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
690
J.L. Wilkinson Elementary School: 690 reported students.
State peer staffing position
4th percentile
12.3:1 reported; state peer median 15.8:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 631
- Teachers (FTE)
- 57
- Student–teacher ratio
- 11.1:1
What the reported data says about J.L. Wilkinson Elementary School
J.L. Wilkinson Elementary School is a public elementary school serving grades PK–06 in Middleburg. It is one of 56 current school records connected to Clay. NCES reports 690 students for 2024–25.
Among 2,220 elementary schools in Florida with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 579 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 66th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 12.3:1, below the Florida median of 15.8:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (83.5%) and Hispanic or Latino (9.9%). English learners represent 0.6% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 26.8%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking J.L. Wilkinson Elementary School
- 1How do the reported 12.3:1 student–teacher ratio and 56 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 2 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 0.6%
- Students with disabilities
- 26.8%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 77.4%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 2
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White83.5%
- Hispanic9.9%
- Black1.6%
- Asian0.4%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.1%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.1%
- Multiracial4.3%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Clay
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Clay Charter Academy
Elementary · Grades KG–08
693 reported students
Shadowlawn Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–06
695 reported students
Spring Park Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–06
698 reported students
Robert M. Paterson Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–06
665 reported students
Argyle Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–06
722 reported students
Lakeside Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–06
726 reported students
Public schools near J.L. Wilkinson Elementary School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Middleburg Elementary School Elementary · Clay | PK–06 | 581 | 4.7 mi |
| Clay Charter Academy Elementary · Charter · Clay | KG–08 | 693 | 5.7 mi |
| Clay Hill Elementary School Elementary · Clay | PK–06 | 426 | 5.9 mi |
| Tynes Elementary School Elementary · Clay | PK–06 | 1,047 | 6.3 mi |
| Coppergate Elementary School Elementary · Clay | PK–06 | 587 | 7.7 mi |
| Discovery Oaks Elementary Elementary · Clay | PK–06 | 915 | 8.1 mi |
Frequently asked questions about J.L. Wilkinson Elementary School
What grades does J.L. Wilkinson Elementary School serve?
J.L. Wilkinson Elementary School reports grades PK–06 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Clay.
How many students attend J.L. Wilkinson Elementary School?
J.L. Wilkinson Elementary School reported 690 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 66th percentile among 2,220 Florida elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 631 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at J.L. Wilkinson Elementary School?
The calculated ratio is 12.3:1, based on 690 students and 56 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Florida median for the same school level is 15.8:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is J.L. Wilkinson Elementary School a public, charter, or magnet school?
J.L. Wilkinson Elementary School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Clay attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of J.L. Wilkinson Elementary School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
77.4% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is J.L. Wilkinson Elementary School in?
J.L. Wilkinson Elementary School is part of Clay, based in Green Cove Springs, FL, which operates 56 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near J.L. Wilkinson Elementary School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Middleburg Elementary School (4.7 mi), Clay Charter Academy (5.7 mi), Clay Hill Elementary School (5.9 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.