Serving 579 students in grades Kindergarten-5, River City Science Elementary Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 579 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River City Science Elementary Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
River City Science Elementary Academy's student population of 579 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 84% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
579 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
2007
School Motto
Excellence is the River City Science Academy standard.
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
River City Science Elementary Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River City Science Elementary Academy is 0.74, which is more 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
#346 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
20%
38%
Black
22%
21%
White
41%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rcsa Rockets
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River City Science Elementary Academy's ranking?
River City Science Elementary Academy is ranked #346 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend River City Science Elementary Academy?
579 students attend River City Science Elementary Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of River City Science Elementary Academy students are White, 22% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River City Science Elementary Academy?
River City Science Elementary Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does River City Science Elementary Academy offer ?
River City Science Elementary Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is River City Science Elementary Academy part of?
River City Science Elementary Academy is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is River City Science Elementary Academy located?
River City Science Elementary Academy is located in the Sans Souci neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Sans Souci.
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