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Crown Point Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 1062 students

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4 stars

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Posted August 23, 2012

I would like to recognize Mrs.Hickox, Mrs. Eyler, and Mrs. Wyzan. My kids loved them. Because of them, my kids loved going to school! Crown Point Elementary is awesomel. It is very easy for parents to get involved and I have had no issues with concerns and communication.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 13, 2012

Mrs. Owens-Thompson is doing a great job at Crown Point. Through her efficient, caring and professional ways we are back to an "A" school. I look forward to another successful year with all our teachers, principal and staff. Crown Point is the place to be.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 31, 2012

I see all the reviews and it was what I had hoped for when my son started school in 2010. What I found out in the last two years is there is little to no comunication from teacher, guidance counselors and principal, even after contacting the school board. As an involved parent when asking about working with my child at home, I am told to only read to him and not to work with math, this makes it hard on a parent when this is what your child excales at and comes home with the need to learn more math! This school IS NOT PARTICIPATING SUNSHINE MATH for any chid and there AR ( Accelerated Reader) is no where to be found this year. If your child is above average in most areas and is lacking in another Good luck getting help! Not to mention the lack of discipline (that I have seen first hand) in the classrooms. I will be moving from this area just to get my son to a school that shows some Intrest in the children's needs and not a one sizes fits all. My family is extremely unhappy with this school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 12, 2010

Most of the teachers are outstanding here! They are always there to help the kids and communication is great. The former principal was horrible but thank goodness there will be a new one this year. She had horrible people skills and I felt she was very inexperienced. Not to mention she wasted so much of the schools money that they are practically broke. Also many of the teachers she seemed to favorite were not the best teachers. Don't get me wrong they weren't bad but there were better teachers.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 12, 2010

Most of the teachers are outstanding here! They are always there to help the kids and communication is great. The former principal was horrible but thank goodness there will be a new one this year. She had horrible people skills and I felt she was very inexperienced. Not to mention she wasted so much of the schools money that they are practically broke. Also many of the teachers she seemed to favorite were not the best teachers. Don't get me wrong they weren't bad but there were better teachers.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 18, 2010

My daughter started as ESOL student in this school 2 years ago. Thanks to the great teacher she had the first year, she was able to catch up with all the other students and her english improved amazingly. This year my daughter was sent to an English class and the teachers have been great and very supportive though out the school year. I highly recommend this school!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 20, 2009

We love Crown Point. My son will be going into the first grade and his kindergarten teacher (Ms. Hickox) was wonderful. Great way to start off the whole school experience.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 2, 2008

Crown Point Elementary is an excellent school. The overall atmosphere is very welcoming. It is a very safe school and the new principal ( as of 2006) has made vast improvements. The teachers communicate well and are responsive to parents and focused on the students' overall growth educationally and personally. They seem to truly care about each child. The volunteer base and PTA are very strong. The school offers several family events throughout the year. Crown Point has earned an 'A' for 6 years, I believe.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 30, 2008

My son goes to school here. It is a wonderful school. His teacher Mrs. Hickox is wonderful! We love it!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 1, 2007

I am a former student of Crown Point. I loved attending this school! I was a safety patrol and I loved doing so. I made friends at Crown point that are now helping me through my middle school years. The teachers and staff are and got me ready for middle school. I am now in all advanced classes at MMS and have had straight A's! I loved this school!!!
—Submitted by Morgan -, a former student


Posted April 28, 2007

My son in fifth grade at Crown Point and has been there since Kindergarten. This is a wonderful elementary school. Teachers are genuinely concerned about their student's progress, although unfortunatley have to place too much emphasis on FCAT - just like all Florida schools, but overall just fantastic. He has had great teachers and I believe in their principal. She really is concerned about the progress of her students. She is doing a great job. I highly recommend Crown Point to anyone looking in Duval County. Their motton of character counts really shows through in the student's academic programs. Student's are graded and rewarded for citizenship. This school is outstanding and I am very happy my child had the opportunity to attend this school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 19, 2007

This school is uncaring about its students. I would recommend it to nobody. Experiences are made up of individuals and every individual at this school was focused on scores rather than the kids. The only redeeming value of the school was that it was free. But then again, that is all it was worth.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 5, 2006

My son just completed kindergarten here and it was a delight. Crown Point was my first experience at being a parent to an elementary schooler. The faculty is wonderful, they encourage parent involvement while at the same time teach the children independence. My son had a wonderful year as did I thanks to the wonderful people at Crown Point.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 10, 2006

Great school! Teachers really care about the education of our children. A very safe school and friendly staff! This school was a breath of fresh air for my children! Not one problem!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 26, 2006

This is a great school. The teacher/principal involvement is outstanding
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 17, 2006

Crown Point has an excellent academic program with caring dedicated teachers and staff. They offer a wide variety of subjects and the parental involvement exceeds many of the area schools.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 4, 2006

Crown Point finally has PE teachers. The students only have PE once every 2 weeks if they are lucky.The lower level grades have more parent involvement 5th grade has hardly any parent involvement (for parties).
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 19, 2005

Crown Point has had the same principal for over 15 years and some of the teachers have been there even longer. This adds greatly to the stability and quality of education at this school. Truly, I feel a child gets a first-class education here. Alot of the 'extras' -- P.E., art and music, were either lost or cut back a long time ago, which is very unfortunate, but teachers do their best to make up for this. Extra programs in reading and math are the norm and wonderful. The PTA and SAC are active beyond belief! The school never fails to make a good impression from the minute you walk in the door.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 10, 2005

My son has attended crown point for the last two years. We moved from southern illinios to folirda, and since he has been a crown point student his academic level has accelerated by leaps and bounds. He used to hate going back to school once summer vacation was over. Now he looks forward to every new school year. He has been lucky enough to continue to be classmates with quite a few of children that were in his class when first beginning crown point. I moved in the area so that he could continue to attend crown point. Out of all of my decisions in life for myself and my son making sure that he attended crown point was in the top5. The staff is unbelievable, they care about each indiviual student. The campus is beautiful, clean, and a great expiernce for any child. I give crown point 100%!
—Submitted by SARYNNA MILLER, a parent


Posted May 17, 2005

Overall I have been pleased with the performance of Crown Point. I do feel the quality of education my child has received has declined comparing this year to the last. The 38 children ratio to 2 teachers plays a part. There are so many children in such a small space that is feels disorganized.
—Submitted by a parent


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The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 58% in 2012.

166 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
67%

2011

 
 
71%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 56% in 2012.

166 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
55%

2011

 
 
61%
Scale: % level 3, 4, or 5

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Florida used the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT 2.0) to test students in grades 3 through 10 in reading, 3 through 8 in math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The FCAT 2.0 is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Florida. The FCAT 2.0 has 5 achievement levels, with level 1 being the lowest and level 5 the highest. Florida considers scores of level 3 and higher to be on or above grade level. The goal is for all students to score at or above level 3.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 60% in 2012.

191 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
68%

2011

 
 
41%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 62% in 2012.

191 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
62%

2011

 
 
57%
Scale: % level 3, 4, or 5

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Florida used the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT 2.0) to test students in grades 3 through 10 in reading, 3 through 8 in math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The FCAT 2.0 is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Florida. The FCAT 2.0 has 5 achievement levels, with level 1 being the lowest and level 5 the highest. Florida considers scores of level 3 and higher to be on or above grade level. The goal is for all students to score at or above level 3.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 57% in 2012.

189 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
59%

2011

 
 
58%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 61% in 2012.

189 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
59%

2011

 
 
59%
Science

The state average for Science was 51% in 2012.

189 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
43%
Scale: % level 3, 4, or 5

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Florida used the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT 2.0) to test students in grades 3 through 10 in reading, 3 through 8 in math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The FCAT 2.0 is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Florida. The FCAT 2.0 has 5 achievement levels, with level 1 being the lowest and level 5 the highest. Florida considers scores of level 3 and higher to be on or above grade level. The goal is for all students to score at or above level 3.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

Writing

The state average for Writing was 81% in 2012.

189 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
78%

2011

 
 
96%

2010

 
 
93%
Scale: % scoring at or above level 3

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Florida used the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT) to test students in grades 4, 8 and 10 in writing. The Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT) is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills needed to progress through school. The FCAT writing exam is scored on a scale of 1 to 6. The state considers a score of 3 or above as meeting state standards.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

  • In 2011-2012, this school received a grade of "A".
  • In 2010-2011, this school received a grade of "B".
  • In 2009-2010, this school received a grade of "A".
  • In 2008-2009, this school received a grade of "A".

About the tests


Florida uses School Grades to measure the overall performance of a school each year on the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT). Each school is assigned a letter grade (A-F) based on three criteria: the overall performance on the FCAT, the percentage of eligible students who took the test, and whether or not students made progress in reading and math. The School Grades are calculated by adding points earned from each of the performance criteria listed above.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 58% 46%
Black 19% 23%
Hispanic 16% 25%
Multiracial 4% 4%
Asian/Pacific Islander 3% 2%
American Indian/Alaskan Native 0% 0%
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 28%N/A46%
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per teacher 14N/A15
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Bachelor's degree 69%N/A65%
Master's degree 30%N/A32%
Doctorate degree 1%N/A1%
Other degree 0%N/A2%
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2009-2010

Teacher credentials

  This school District averageState average
Classes taught by non-highly qualified teachers 12%N/A5%
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2009-2010
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3800 Crown Point Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32257
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Phone: (904) 260-5808

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