Mandarin Middle School

5100 Hood Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 1,192 students in grades 6-8, Mandarin Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,192 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 46%
  • : Top 50% in FL
  • : 51% (Top 50%)
  • : 53% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Mandarin Middle School's student population of 1,192 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,192 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
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School Rankings

Mandarin Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mandarin Middle School is 0.65, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (FL)
#1431 out of 3655 schools
(Top 50%)
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51%
48%
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53%
52%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Mandarin Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Florida by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
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American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
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Hispanic
18%
36%
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Black
18%
21%
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White
54%
36%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.65
This chart display the diversity score of Mandarin Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
50%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mandarin Middle School's ranking?
Mandarin Middle School is ranked #1431 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Mandarin Middle School often compared to?
Mandarin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Twin Lakes Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Mandarin Middle School?
1,192 students attend Mandarin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Mandarin Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mandarin Middle School?
Mandarin Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Mandarin Middle School offer ?
Mandarin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mandarin Middle School part of?
Mandarin Middle School is part of Duval School District.

School Calendar

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Date
Last day of school
May 31, 2024 (Friday)
First day of school
August 12, 2024 (Monday)

School Reviews

5   10/9/2020
This school is cool.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Kid
5   2/28/2012
This is a great school with MUCH to offer. The students here are treated like Middle School age students should be treated. There is great communication between the school and parents. Parents have to be involved, this isn't elementary school so you aren't going to be spoon fed information.
- Posted by Parent - delen
2   2/17/2010
Very disappointing after hearing what a good school it was. Very uncaring attitude from principals, teachers, guidance etc... Huge lack of communication between the parents and teachers and the teachers don't seem to really make an effort or care. Wouldn't recommend overall.
- Posted by Parent - petet

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,192 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 46%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 51% (Top 50%)
  • : 53% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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