Marine Science Education Center

1347 Palmer St
Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Marine Science Education Center serves 23 students in grades 9-12. 
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 59%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 23 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 26%
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50% in FL)
  • : <50%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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School Overview

Marine Science Education Center's student population of 23 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
23 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
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School Rankings

The diversity score of Marine Science Education Center is 0.43, 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.
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State Level (FL)
(13-14)
<50%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
17:1
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American Indian
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n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
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Hispanic
9%
37%
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Black
13%
21%
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White
74%
35%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.43
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≤10%
87%
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Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
47%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
2%
5%
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School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the graduation rate of Marine Science Education Center?
The graduation rate of Marine Science Education Center is 10%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Marine Science Education Center?
23 students attend Marine Science Education Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Marine Science Education Center students are White, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marine Science Education Center?
Marine Science Education Center has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marine Science Education Center offer ?
Marine Science Education Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Marine Science Education Center part of?
Marine Science Education Center is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Marine Science Education Center located?
Marine Science Education Center is located in the Mayport neighborhood of Atlantic Beach, FL.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 23 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 26%
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • : <50%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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