Serving 807 students in grades Kindergarten-8, River City Science Academy Innovation School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 807 students
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River City Science Academy Innovation School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
River City Science Academy Innovation School's student population of 807 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
807 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
River City Science Academy Innovation School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River City Science Academy Innovation School 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
#1285 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
20%
37%
Black
33%
21%
White
33%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River City Science Academy Innovation School's ranking?
River City Science Academy Innovation School is ranked #1285 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are River City Science Academy Innovation School often compared to?
River City Science Academy Innovation Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like River City Science Academy At Mandarin by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend River City Science Academy Innovation School?
807 students attend River City Science Academy Innovation School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of River City Science Academy Innovation School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does River City Science Academy Innovation School offer ?
River City Science Academy Innovation School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is River City Science Academy Innovation School part of?
River City Science Academy Innovation School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is River City Science Academy Innovation School located?
River City Science Academy Innovation School is located in the Deerwood Center neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Deerwood Center.
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