Serving 856 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Duval Charter School At Mandarin 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 57% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 856 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Duval Charter School At Mandarin ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Duval Charter School At Mandarin's student population of 856 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 2600% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
856 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
At DCSM we believe students learn by doing.
School Rankings
Duval Charter School At Mandarin ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Duval Charter School At Mandarin 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
#1198 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
33%
38%
Black
18%
21%
White
39%
34%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
42%
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 Duval Charter School At Mandarin's ranking?
Duval Charter School At Mandarin is ranked #1198 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Duval Charter School At Mandarin often compared to?
Duval Charter School At Mandarinis often viewed alongside schools like Duval Charter At Baymeadows 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 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Duval Charter School At Mandarin?
856 students attend Duval Charter School At Mandarin.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Duval Charter School At Mandarin students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Duval Charter School At Mandarin?
Duval Charter School At Mandarin has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Duval Charter School At Mandarin offer ?
Duval Charter School At Mandarin offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Duval Charter School At Mandarin part of?
Duval Charter School At Mandarin is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Duval Charter School At Mandarin located?
Duval Charter School At Mandarin is located in the Mandarin Station neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in Mandarin Station.
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