Marine Science Education Center is a school in Atlantic Beach, Florida. It is located at 1347 Palmer Street and is part of Duval County Public Schools The school features 14 wet lab tanks, a small museum on local marine life and fishing, in a historic circa 1927 schoolhouse.
Marine Science Education Center serves 23 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 59%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 23 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: ≤10% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marine Science Education Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Marine Science Education Center's student population of 23 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
23 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of Marine Science Education Center is 0.43, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)<50%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
37%
Black
13%
21%
White
74%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤10%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
2%
5%
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 the graduation rate of Marine Science Education Center?
The graduation rate of Marine Science Education Center is 10%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Marine Science Education Center?
23 students attend Marine Science Education Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Marine Science Education Center students are White, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marine Science Education Center?
Marine Science Education Center has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marine Science Education Center offer ?
Marine Science Education Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marine Science Education Center part of?
Marine Science Education Center is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Marine Science Education Center located?
Marine Science Education Center is located in the Mayport neighborhood of Atlantic Beach, FL.
School Calendar
View the Marine Science Education Center yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Weather Day - Schools Closed
November 10, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - Schools Closed
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break - Schools/Admin Offices Closed
November 27, 2025 (Thursday)
School Closed
December 22, 2025 (Monday)
Schools Closed
December 22, 2025 (Monday)
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