Serving 401 students in grades 6-8, Fort Caroline Middle 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 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower 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 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fort Caroline Middle School's student population of 401 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
401 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fort Caroline Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fort Caroline Middle School is 0.55, 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
#2950 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
10%
38%
Black
64%
21%
White
18%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Caroline Middle School's ranking?
Fort Caroline Middle School is ranked #2950 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Fort Caroline Middle School often compared to?
Fort Caroline Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arlington Middle School 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 52% FL state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Fort Caroline Middle School?
401 students attend Fort Caroline Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Fort Caroline Middle School students are Black, 18% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fort Caroline Middle School?
Fort Caroline Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fort Caroline Middle School offer ?
Fort Caroline Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fort Caroline Middle School part of?
Fort Caroline Middle School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Fort Caroline Middle School located?
Fort Caroline Middle School is located in the Woodmere neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Woodmere.
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