Serving 747 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 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 747 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (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 747 students has grown by 56% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 2700% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
747 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jacksonville Classical Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jacksonville Classical Academy is 0.63, 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
#2163 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
8%
36%
Black
44%
21%
White
42%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 #2163 out of 3,655 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 At Clay by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Jacksonville Classical Academy?
747 students attend Jacksonville Classical Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Jacksonville Classical Academy students are Black, 42% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% 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 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
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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