Serving 1,093 students in grades 6-8, Lake Asbury Junior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,093 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Asbury Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Lake Asbury Junior High School's student population of 1,093 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,093 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lake Asbury Junior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Asbury Junior High School is 0.52, 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
#915 out of 3655 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
14%
36%
Black
11%
21%
White
67%
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
31%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Asbury Junior High School's ranking?
Lake Asbury Junior High School is ranked #915 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lake Asbury Junior High School often compared to?
Lake Asbury Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Green Cove Springs Junior High School, Lakeside Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lake Asbury Junior High School?
1,093 students attend Lake Asbury Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Lake Asbury Junior High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Asbury Junior High School?
Lake Asbury Junior High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lake Asbury Junior High School offer ?
Lake Asbury Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lake Asbury Junior High School part of?
Lake Asbury Junior High School is part of Clay School District.
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