Very Good
#1192 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 32% in state
Fruit Cove Middle School
Middle School · ST. JOHNS
3180 RACE TRACK RD, Saint Johns, FL 32259
Enrollment
1,212
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
7.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,212
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
7.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,192 of 3,778
In Saint Johns
#10 of 11
public schools
In district
#32 of 46
ST. JOHNS
Academic performance
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Fruit Cove Middle School
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About Fruit Cove Middle School
Fruit Cove Middle School is a public middle school in Saint Johns, FL, part of ST. JOHNS. Fruit Cove Middle School serves approximately 1,212 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio.
Fruit Cove Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,192 of 3,778 schools in FL. Structured state assessment records for Fruit Cove Middle School show 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.7
- FL avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Fruit Cove Middle School — Students at Fruit Cove Middle School score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
7.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 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: 6.5/10.
How Fruit Cove Middle School Compares
See how Fruit Cove Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3180 RACE TRACK RD, Saint Johns, FL 32259
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fruit Cove Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. RIVER CITY SCIENCE ACADEMY AT MANDARIN (rated 8.8/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Jacksonville), which scores notably higher. Another option is DURBIN CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PATRIOT OAKS ACADEMY (rated 8.3/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Saint Johns, see our Saint Johns schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32259 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$144,168
Median Home Value
$480,800
Median Rent
$2,268/mo
Population
69,866
College Educated
53.7%
Homeownership
89%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
3.2%
Median Age
39.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fruit Cove Middle School
What grades does Fruit Cove Middle School serve?
Fruit Cove Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Fruit Cove Middle School?
Fruit Cove Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,212 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fruit Cove Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Fruit Cove Middle School is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fruit Cove Middle School rank in FL?
Fruit Cove Middle School ranks #1,192 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Fruit Cove Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Fruit Cove Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Fruit Cove Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fruit Cove Middle School has 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Fruit Cove Middle School a charter school?
No, Fruit Cove Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fruit Cove Middle School a Title I school?
No, Fruit Cove Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fruit Cove Middle School?
7.3% of students at Fruit Cove 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
- 1,212
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 62
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 7.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Johns County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.9%
- Phone
- (904) 547-7880
Resources & Links
District
ST. JOHNS- District Enrollment
- 51,434
- Schools in District
- 55
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,990
- District Rank
- #32 of 46
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