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#2508 of 3,778 schools in FL
Joseph Stilwell Middle School
Middle School · DUVAL
7840 BURMA RD, Jacksonville, FL 32221
Enrollment
534
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
534
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,508 of 3,778
In Jacksonville
#92 of 184
public schools
In district
#100 of 194
DUVAL
Academic growth
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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About Joseph Stilwell Middle School
Joseph Stilwell Middle School is a public middle school in Jacksonville, FL, part of DUVAL. Joseph Stilwell Middle School serves approximately 534 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Joseph Stilwell Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,508 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Joseph Stilwell Middle School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 5.1
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Joseph Stilwell 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.
67% of students at Joseph Stilwell 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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Joseph Stilwell Middle School — Students at Joseph Stilwell Middle School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.5%
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: 7.1/10.
How Joseph Stilwell Middle School Compares
See how Joseph Stilwell Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
7840 BURMA RD, Jacksonville, FL 32221
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Joseph Stilwell Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MILLENNIAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NEW BEGINNINGS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HEART TO HEART CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jacksonville, see our Jacksonville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32221 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,571
Median Home Value
$244,500
Median Rent
$1,660/mo
Population
31,234
College Educated
23.2%
Homeownership
76.3%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Median Age
38.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Joseph Stilwell Middle School
What grades does Joseph Stilwell Middle School serve?
Joseph Stilwell Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Joseph Stilwell Middle School?
Joseph Stilwell Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 534 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Joseph Stilwell Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Joseph Stilwell Middle School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Joseph Stilwell Middle School rank in FL?
Joseph Stilwell Middle School ranks #2,508 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Joseph Stilwell Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Joseph Stilwell Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Joseph Stilwell Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Joseph Stilwell Middle School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Joseph Stilwell Middle School a charter school?
No, Joseph Stilwell Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Joseph Stilwell Middle School a Title I school?
No, Joseph Stilwell Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Joseph Stilwell Middle School?
65.5% of students at Joseph Stilwell 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
- 534
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Duval County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 66.9%
- Phone
- (904) 693-7523
Resources & Links
District
DUVAL- District Enrollment
- 127,971
- Schools in District
- 208
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,578
- District Rank
- #100 of 194
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