Serving 813 students in grades Kindergarten-8, River City Science Academy Innovation 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 69% (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%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 813 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- 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
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
River City Science Academy Innovation School's student population of 813 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 84% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
813 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Average Class Size
18 students
School Rankings
River City Science Academy Innovation School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 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
#1002 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
18%
38%
Black
33%
21%
White
34%
34%
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
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 River City Science Academy Innovation School's ranking?
River City Science Academy Innovation School is ranked #1002 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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, Chet's Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% 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?
813 students attend River City Science Academy Innovation School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of River City Science Academy Innovation School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River City Science Academy Innovation School?
River City Science Academy Innovation School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does River City Science Academy Innovation School offer ?
River City Science Academy Innovation School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
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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