Serving 837 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Jacksonville Classical Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 837 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jacksonville Classical Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Jacksonville Classical Academy's student population of 837 students has grown by 75% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 2900% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
837 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jacksonville Classical Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jacksonville Classical Academy is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2381 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
9%
37%
Black
39%
21%
White
45%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jacksonville Classical Academy's ranking?
Jacksonville Classical Academy is ranked #2381 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Jacksonville Classical Academy often compared to?
Jacksonville Classical Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Florida Cyber Charter Academy, Florida Cyber Charter Academy At Clay by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Jacksonville Classical Academy?
837 students attend Jacksonville Classical Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Jacksonville Classical Academy students are White, 39% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jacksonville Classical Academy?
Jacksonville Classical Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jacksonville Classical Academy offer ?
Jacksonville Classical Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Jacksonville Classical Academy part of?
Jacksonville Classical Academy is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Jacksonville Classical Academy located?
Jacksonville Classical Academy is located in the Mixon Town neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Mixon Town.
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