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#2502 of 3,778 schools in FL
Orange Park Junior High School
Middle School · CLAY
1500 GANO AVE, Orange Park, FL 32073
Enrollment
800
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
5.4
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
800
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
5.4
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,502 of 3,778
In Orange Park
#19 of 21
public schools
In district
#41 of 47
CLAY
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About Orange Park Junior High School
Orange Park Junior High School is a public middle school in Orange Park, FL, part of CLAY. Orange Park Junior High School serves approximately 800 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. Orange Park Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,502 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Orange Park Junior High School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
47% of students at Orange Park 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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Orange Park Junior High School — Students at Orange Park Junior High School score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 5.5/10.
How Orange Park Junior High School Compares
See how Orange Park 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
1500 GANO AVE, Orange Park, FL 32073
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Orange Park Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ORANGE PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FLEMING ISLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CLAY VIRTUAL FRANCHISE (rated 8.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Orange Park, see our Orange Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32073 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,139
Median Home Value
$258,100
Median Rent
$1,392/mo
Population
42,825
College Educated
27.4%
Homeownership
61.5%
Avg Commute
27.7 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
42
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Orange Park Junior High School
What grades does Orange Park Junior High School serve?
Orange Park Junior High School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Orange Park Junior High School?
Orange Park Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 800 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Orange Park Junior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Orange Park Junior High School is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Orange Park Junior High School rank in FL?
Orange Park Junior High School ranks #2,502 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Orange Park Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Orange Park Junior High 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 Orange Park Junior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Orange Park Junior High School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Orange Park Junior High School a charter school?
No, Orange Park Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Orange Park Junior High School a Title I school?
No, Orange Park Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Orange Park Junior High School?
63.0% of students at Orange Park 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
- 800
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Clay County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.1%
- Phone
- (904) 336-5975
Resources & Links
District
CLAY- District Enrollment
- 39,362
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,252
- District Rank
- #41 of 47
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