Serving 1,068 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Global Leadership Academy Discovery 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 32% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,068 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Global Leadership Academy Discovery's student population of 1,068 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 470% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,068 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
2009
School Rankings
Global Leadership Academy Discovery ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Global Leadership Academy Discovery is 0.47, 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
#3226 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
71%
38%
Black
11%
21%
White
15%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Global Leadership Academy Discovery's ranking?
Global Leadership Academy Discovery is ranked #3226 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Global Leadership Academy Discovery often compared to?
Global Leadership Academy Discoveryis often viewed alongside schools like New Berlin Elementary School, Cornerstone Classical Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Global Leadership Academy Discovery?
1,068 students attend Global Leadership Academy Discovery.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Global Leadership Academy Discovery students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Global Leadership Academy Discovery?
Global Leadership Academy Discovery has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Global Leadership Academy Discovery offer ?
Global Leadership Academy Discovery offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Global Leadership Academy Discovery part of?
Global Leadership Academy Discovery is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Global Leadership Academy Discovery located?
Global Leadership Academy Discovery is located in the Arlingwood neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Arlingwood.
School Reviews
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Just A.M.A.Z.I.N.G If you want a great education, great teachers, great staff, and a healthy environment for your child, GOCA is the right school to Go #gocagamechangersI am a proud teacher at GOCA, our team is a great team, our main and unique goal and purpose is every child success and wellness in school. We are Certified and Highly Qualified Teachers. Integrity, compassion, kindness, committment, professionalism, are only a few virtues of many we teachers model to our school community.
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