Serving 979 students in grades 6-12, River City Science Academy 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 78% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 979 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River City Science Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
River City Science Academy's student population of 979 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
979 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
River City Science Academy 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 River City Science Academy is 0.69, 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
#331 out of 3704 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
19%
37%
Black
16%
21%
White
50%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River City Science Academy's ranking?
River City Science Academy is ranked #331 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of River City Science Academy?
The graduation rate of River City Science Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend River City Science Academy?
979 students attend River City Science Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of River City Science Academy students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of River City Science Academy?
River City Science Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does River City Science Academy offer ?
River City Science Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is River City Science Academy part of?
River City Science Academy is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is River City Science Academy located?
River City Science Academy is located in the Hogan neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL.
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