Serving 880 students in grades 6-8, Oceanway School 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 34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 880 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oceanway School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Oceanway School's student population of 880 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
880 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Oceanway School 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 Oceanway School is 0.67, 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
#3171 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%

Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%

Hispanic
12%
37%

Black
42%
21%

White
37%
35%

Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
47%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oceanway School's ranking?
Oceanway School is ranked #3171 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Oceanway School often compared to?
Oceanway Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highlands Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Oceanway School?
880 students attend Oceanway School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Oceanway School students are Black, 37% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oceanway School?
Oceanway School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Oceanway School offer ?
Oceanway School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Oceanway School part of?
Oceanway School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Oceanway School located?
Oceanway School is located in the Northside neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 18 other public schools located in Northside.
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