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#1848 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 49% in state
Fort Caroline Middle School
Middle School · DUVAL
3787 UNIVERSITY CLUB BLVD, Jacksonville, FL 32277
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
6.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
6.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,848 of 3,778
In Jacksonville
#57 of 184
public schools
In district
#65 of 194
DUVAL
Academic growth
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Fort Caroline Middle School
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About Fort Caroline Middle School
Fort Caroline Middle School is a public middle school in Jacksonville, FL, part of DUVAL. Fort Caroline Middle School serves approximately 384 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Fort Caroline Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,848 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Fort Caroline Middle School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 5.1
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Fort Caroline Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
41% of students at Fort Caroline Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Fort Caroline Middle School — Students at Fort Caroline Middle School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.9/10.
How Fort Caroline Middle School Compares
See how Fort Caroline Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3787 UNIVERSITY CLUB BLVD, Jacksonville, FL 32277
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fort Caroline Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. LAKE LUCINA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARVEST COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RESURRECTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jacksonville, see our Jacksonville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32277 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,215
Median Home Value
$256,600
Median Rent
$1,297/mo
Population
35,310
College Educated
23.9%
Homeownership
50.4%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
20.4%
Median Age
32.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fort Caroline Middle School
What grades does Fort Caroline Middle School serve?
Fort Caroline Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Fort Caroline Middle School?
Fort Caroline Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 384 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fort Caroline Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Fort Caroline Middle School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fort Caroline Middle School rank in FL?
Fort Caroline Middle School ranks #1,848 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Fort Caroline Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Fort Caroline Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Fort Caroline Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fort Caroline Middle School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Fort Caroline Middle School a charter school?
No, Fort Caroline Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fort Caroline Middle School a Title I school?
No, Fort Caroline Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fort Caroline Middle School?
60.4% of students at Fort Caroline Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 384
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Duval County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.4%
- Phone
- (904) 745-4927
Resources & Links
District
DUVAL- District Enrollment
- 127,971
- Schools in District
- 208
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,578
- District Rank
- #65 of 194
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