Serving 986 students in grades 6-8, James Weldon Johnson College Prepartory Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 986 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James Weldon Johnson College Prepartory Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
James Weldon Johnson College Prepartory Middle School's student population of 986 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
986 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
James Weldon Johnson College Prepartory Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James Weldon Johnson College Prepartory Middle School is 0.72, which is more 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
#265 out of 3704 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
3%
Hispanic
7%
37%
Black
39%
21%
White
32%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James Weldon Johnson College Prepartory Middle School's ranking?
James Weldon Johnson College Prepartory Middle School is ranked #265 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are James Weldon Johnson College Prepartory Middle School often compared to?
James Weldon Johnson College Prepartory Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Julia Landon College Preparatory & Leadership Development School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend James Weldon Johnson College Prepartory Middle School?
986 students attend James Weldon Johnson College Prepartory Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of James Weldon Johnson College Prepartory Middle School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James Weldon Johnson College Prepartory Middle School?
James Weldon Johnson College Prepartory Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does James Weldon Johnson College Prepartory Middle School offer ?
James Weldon Johnson College Prepartory Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is James Weldon Johnson College Prepartory Middle School part of?
James Weldon Johnson College Prepartory Middle School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is James Weldon Johnson College Prepartory Middle School located?
James Weldon Johnson College Prepartory Middle School is located in the Woodstock neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in Woodstock.
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