Very Good
#900 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 24% in state
Hospital and Homebound
School · DUVAL
1128 BARBER ST, Jacksonville, FL 32209
Enrollment
88
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
88
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#900 of 3,778
In Jacksonville
#24 of 184
public schools
In district
#29 of 194
DUVAL
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Hospital and Homebound
Hospital and Homebound is a public school in Jacksonville, FL, part of DUVAL. Hospital and Homebound serves approximately 88 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Hospital and Homebound has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #900 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Hospital and Homebound show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 5.6
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 88 students, Hospital and Homebound is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Hospital and Homebound 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.
At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Hospital and Homebound sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Hospital and Homebound — Students at Hospital and Homebound score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
23.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 28 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: 9.6/10.
How Hospital and Homebound Compares
See how Hospital and Homebound performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1128 BARBER ST, Jacksonville, FL 32209
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hospital and Homebound may also want to explore other schools in the area. MT. HERMAN ESE CENTER (rated 7.0/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is THE BRIDGE TO SUCCESS ACADEMY AT W JACKSONVILLE (rated 6.5/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, TEMPLE COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Jacksonville, see our Jacksonville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32209 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$29,468
Median Home Value
$92,300
Median Rent
$1,042/mo
Population
35,490
College Educated
11.9%
Homeownership
47.7%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
37.1%
Median Age
37.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hospital and Homebound
What grades does Hospital and Homebound serve?
Hospital and Homebound serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Hospital and Homebound?
Hospital and Homebound has an enrollment of approximately 88 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hospital and Homebound?
The student-teacher ratio at Hospital and Homebound is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hospital and Homebound rank in FL?
Hospital and Homebound ranks #900 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Hospital and Homebound's MySchoolScout rating?
Hospital and Homebound has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Hospital and Homebound?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hospital and Homebound has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Hospital and Homebound a charter school?
No, Hospital and Homebound is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hospital and Homebound a Title I school?
No, Hospital and Homebound is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hospital and Homebound?
23.9% of students at Hospital and Homebound 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
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 88
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 23.9%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Duval County
- Phone
- (904) 348-5191
Resources & Links
District
DUVAL- District Enrollment
- 127,971
- Schools in District
- 208
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,578
- District Rank
- #29 of 194
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