Serving 914 students in grades 6-8, Twin Lakes Academy Middle 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 38% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 914 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Twin Lakes Academy Middle School serves the southeast part of Jacksonville, FL, encompassing an area of approximately 85.6 square miles. Most students can expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edges of the attendance zone located up to 9.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Twin Lakes Academy Middle School's student population of 914 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
914 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Twin Lakes Academy Middle 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 Twin Lakes Academy Middle School is 0.72, 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
#2762 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
40%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
24%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 23-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 Twin Lakes Academy Middle School's ranking?
Twin Lakes Academy Middle School is ranked #2762 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Twin Lakes Academy Middle School often compared to?
Twin Lakes Academy Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mandarin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Twin Lakes Academy Middle School?
914 students attend Twin Lakes Academy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Twin Lakes Academy Middle School students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Twin Lakes Academy Middle School?
Twin Lakes Academy Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Twin Lakes Academy Middle School offer ?
Twin Lakes Academy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Twin Lakes Academy Middle School part of?
Twin Lakes Academy Middle School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Twin Lakes Academy Middle School located?
Twin Lakes Academy Middle School is located in the Deerwood neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Deerwood.
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