Serving 73 students in grades 6-12, Pace Center For Girls-jax 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% 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: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 73 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pace Center For Girls-jax's student population of 73 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
73 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Motto
Find the Great in Every Girl.
School Rankings
Pace Center For Girls-jax 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 Pace Center For Girls-jax is 0.61, 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
#2805 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
38%
Black
55%
21%
White
27%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)<50%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)95.9%
33.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
36%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pace Center For Girls-jax's ranking?
Pace Center For Girls-jax is ranked #2805 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pace Center For Girls-jax?
The graduation rate of Pace Center For Girls-jax is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pace Center For Girls-jax?
73 students attend Pace Center For Girls-jax.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Pace Center For Girls-jax students are Black, 27% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pace Center For Girls-jax?
Pace Center For Girls-jax has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pace Center For Girls-jax offer ?
Pace Center For Girls-jax offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pace Center For Girls-jax part of?
Pace Center For Girls-jax is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Pace Center For Girls-jax located?
Pace Center For Girls-jax is located in the Arlington Manor neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Arlington Manor.
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