Serving 972 students in grades 6-8, Lavilla School Of The Arts ranks in the top 20% 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 68% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 972 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lavilla School Of The Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lavilla School Of The Arts's student population of 972 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
972 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Motto
A History of Academic Excellence
School Rankings
Lavilla School Of The Arts ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lavilla School Of The Arts is 0.68, 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
#579 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
12%
38%
Black
36%
21%
White
42%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lavilla School Of The Arts's ranking?
Lavilla School Of The Arts is ranked #579 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lavilla School Of The Arts often compared to?
Lavilla School Of The Artsis often viewed alongside schools like Julia Landon College Preparatory & Leadership Development S, James Weldon Johnson College Preparatory Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lavilla School Of The Arts?
972 students attend Lavilla School Of The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Lavilla School Of The Arts students are White, 36% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lavilla School Of The Arts?
Lavilla School Of The Arts has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lavilla School Of The Arts offer ?
Lavilla School Of The Arts offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lavilla School Of The Arts part of?
Lavilla School Of The Arts is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Lavilla School Of The Arts located?
Lavilla School Of The Arts is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Downtown.
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