Excellent
#286 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 8% in state
River City Science Academy at Mandarin
Elementary School · DUVAL
10911 OLD ST AUGUSTINE RD, Jacksonville, FL 32257
Enrollment
903
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
903
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#286 of 3,778
In Jacksonville
#7 of 184
public schools
In district
#10 of 194
DUVAL
Academic performance
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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River City Science Academy at Mandarin
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About River City Science Academy at Mandarin
River City Science Academy at Mandarin is a public elementary school in Jacksonville, FL, part of DUVAL. River City Science Academy at Mandarin serves approximately 903 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th. River City Science Academy at Mandarin has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #286 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for River City Science Academy at Mandarin show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 5.7
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
River City Science Academy at Mandarin is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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River City Science Academy at Mandarin — Students at River City Science Academy at Mandarin score 81% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
29.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 26 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: 9.4/10.
How River City Science Academy at Mandarin Compares
See how River City Science Academy at Mandarin 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
10911 OLD ST AUGUSTINE RD, Jacksonville, FL 32257
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering River City Science Academy at Mandarin may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PROMISE LAND ACADEMY (rated 6.9/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is MARTIN J GOTTLIEB DAY SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, LIFEPOINT ACADEMY OF SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST (rated 6.6/10, 0.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Jacksonville, see our Jacksonville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32257 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,180
Median Home Value
$305,000
Median Rent
$1,441/mo
Population
41,791
College Educated
36.5%
Homeownership
59.9%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
41.4
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| BIG CYPRESS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Naples, FL | 8.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about River City Science Academy at Mandarin
What grades does River City Science Academy at Mandarin serve?
River City Science Academy at Mandarin serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend River City Science Academy at Mandarin?
River City Science Academy at Mandarin has an enrollment of approximately 903 students.
How does River City Science Academy at Mandarin rank in FL?
River City Science Academy at Mandarin ranks #286 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is River City Science Academy at Mandarin's MySchoolScout rating?
River City Science Academy at Mandarin has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 River City Science Academy at Mandarin?
Based on loaded state assessment records, River City Science Academy at Mandarin has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
Is River City Science Academy at Mandarin a charter school?
Yes, River City Science Academy at Mandarin is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is River City Science Academy at Mandarin a Title I school?
No, River City Science Academy at Mandarin is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for River City Science Academy at Mandarin?
29.7% of students at River City Science Academy at Mandarin 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 903
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 29.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Duval County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.0%
- Phone
- (904) 855-8010
Resources & Links
District
DUVAL- District Enrollment
- 127,971
- Schools in District
- 208
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,578
- District Rank
- #10 of 194
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