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#1431 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 38% in state
Green Cove Springs Junior High School
Middle School · CLAY
1220 BONAVENTURE AVE, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043
Enrollment
792
Student-Teacher
18.4:1
Score
6.9
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
792
Student-Teacher
18.4:1
Score
6.9
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,431 of 3,778
In Green Cove Springs
#4 of 8
public schools
In district
#22 of 47
CLAY
Academic performance
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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Green Cove Springs Junior High School
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About Green Cove Springs Junior High School
Green Cove Springs Junior High School is a public middle school in Green Cove Springs, FL, part of CLAY. Green Cove Springs Junior High School serves approximately 792 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 18.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Green Cove Springs Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,431 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Green Cove Springs Junior High School show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Green Cove Springs Junior High 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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Green Cove Springs Junior High School — Students at Green Cove Springs Junior High School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 7.3/10.
How Green Cove Springs Junior High School Compares
See how Green Cove Springs Junior High 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
1220 BONAVENTURE AVE, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Green Cove Springs Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SWITZERLAND POINT MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Saint Johns), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LAKE ASBURY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 7.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Green Cove Springs, see our Green Cove Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| AMIKIDS CLAY COUNTY Green Cove Springs | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| CONTRACTED RESIDENTIAL SERVICES Green Cove Springs | 0.4 mi | — |
| R. C. BANNERMAN LEARNING CENTER Green Cove Springs | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| CHARLES E. BENNETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Green Cove Springs | 0.5 mi | 4.2 |
| SPRINGS ACADEMY INC. Green Cove Springs | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| AMIKIDS CLAY COUNTY Green Cove Springs | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| CLAY HIGH SCHOOL Green Cove Springs | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| CONGREGATIONAL HOLINESS CHURCH SCHOOL Green Cove Springs | 1.6 mi | — |
| SWITZERLAND POINT MIDDLE SCHOOL Saint Johns | 5.7 mi | 7.6 |
| HICKORY CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saint Johns | 5.8 mi | 7.8 |
| BARTRAM TRAIL HIGH SCHOOL Saint Johns | 6.1 mi | 7.5 |
| THUNDERBOLT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fleming Island | 6.8 mi | 9.1 |
| FLEMING ISLAND HIGH SCHOOL Orange Park | 6.8 mi | 6.8 |
| ROBERT M. PATERSON ELEMENTARY Orange Park | 7.6 mi | 9.4 |
| SAN JUAN DEL RIO CATHOLIC SCHOOL Saint Johns | 7.4 mi | 7.3 |
| CUNNINGHAM CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saint Johns | 7.6 mi | 8.2 |
| ST JOHNS CLASSICAL ACADEMY Fleming Island | 8.0 mi | 4.9 |
| SWIMMING PEN CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Middleburg | 8.2 mi | 7.1 |
| SHADOWLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Green Cove Springs | 7.6 mi | 9.0 |
| LAKE ASBURY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Green Cove Springs | 7.8 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32043 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,698
Median Home Value
$292,300
Median Rent
$1,370/mo
Population
33,592
College Educated
30.5%
Homeownership
81.7%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Median Age
41
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DUNNELLON MIDDLE SCHOOL Dunnellon, FL | 6.9 |
| HAMLIN MIDDLE Winter Garden, FL | 6.9 |
| PROGRESS VILLAGE MIDDLE MAGNET Tampa, FL | 6.9 |
| EAST RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Clermont, FL | 7.0 |
| HERON CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL North Port, FL | 7.0 |
| L. A. AINGER MIDDLE SCHOOL Rotonda West, FL | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Green Cove Springs Junior High School
What grades does Green Cove Springs Junior High School serve?
Green Cove Springs Junior High School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Green Cove Springs Junior High School?
Green Cove Springs Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 792 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Green Cove Springs Junior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Green Cove Springs Junior High School is 18.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Green Cove Springs Junior High School rank in FL?
Green Cove Springs Junior High School ranks #1,431 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Green Cove Springs Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Green Cove Springs Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Green Cove Springs Junior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Green Cove Springs Junior High School has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Green Cove Springs Junior High School a charter school?
No, Green Cove Springs Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Green Cove Springs Junior High School a Title I school?
No, Green Cove Springs Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Green Cove Springs Junior High School?
43.2% of students at Green Cove Springs Junior High 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 792
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Clay County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.2%
- Phone
- (904) 336-5175
Resources & Links
District
CLAY- District Enrollment
- 39,362
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,252
- District Rank
- #22 of 47
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