Serving 828 students in grades 6-8, Oceanway 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 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 828 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oceanway School serves the northeast part of Jacksonville, FL, covering an area of approximately 137.5 square miles, with typical travel times of 15-20 minutes from various points within the zone. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 8.1 miles, extending up to 14.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oceanway School's student population of 828 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
828 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Oceanway 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 Oceanway School is 0.67, 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
#2898 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
45%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
5%
Showing 2011–2020. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oceanway School's ranking?
Oceanway School is ranked #2898 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Oceanway School often compared to?
Oceanway Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highlands Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Oceanway School?
828 students attend Oceanway School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Oceanway School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% 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 Oceanway School?
Oceanway School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Oceanway School offer ?
Oceanway School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oceanway School part of?
Oceanway School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Oceanway School located?
Oceanway School is located in the Northside neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 18 other public schools located in Northside.
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