Serving 964 students in grades 6-8, Charger 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 was 39% (which was lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 25% (which was lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 was higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 80% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
964 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#3152 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
17%
37%
Black
54%
21%
White
20%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charger Academy's ranking?
Charger Academy is ranked #3152 out of 3,662 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?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Charger Academy?
964 students attend Charger Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Charger Academy students are Black, 20% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charger Academy?
Charger Academy has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Charger Academy offer ?
Charger Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Charger Academy part of?
Charger Academy is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Charger Academy located?
Charger Academy is located in the Cedar Hills neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in Cedar Hills.
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