Serving 468 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 41% (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 16:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 41% (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 468 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
468 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fort Caroline Middle 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 Fort Caroline Middle School is 0.50, 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
#2894 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
10%
36%
Black
69%
21%
White
14%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
50%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Caroline Middle School's ranking?
Fort Caroline Middle School is ranked #2894 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% 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?
468 students attend Fort Caroline Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Fort Caroline Middle School students are Black, 14% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fort Caroline Middle School?
Fort Caroline Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Fort Caroline Middle School offer ?
Fort Caroline Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
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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Event
Date
First day of school
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
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