Serving 83 students in grades 6-8, Waverly Academy 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 83 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waverly Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Waverly Academy's student population of 83 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
83 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waverly Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waverly Academy is 0.71, 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
#3021 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
23%
36%
Black
39%
21%
White
30%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waverly Academy's ranking?
Waverly Academy is ranked #3021 out of 3,655 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Waverly Academy?
83 students attend Waverly Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Waverly Academy students are Black, 30% of students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waverly Academy?
Waverly Academy has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Waverly Academy offer ?
Waverly Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Waverly Academy part of?
Waverly Academy is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Waverly Academy located?
Waverly Academy is located in the Wesconnett neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Wesconnett.
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