Serving 820 students in grades Kindergarten-8, River City Science Academy Intracoastal ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 820 students
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River City Science Academy Intracoastal ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
River City Science Academy Intracoastal's student population of 820 students has grown by 96% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
820 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
41 teachers
School Rankings
River City Science Academy Intracoastal ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River City Science Academy Intracoastal is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#564 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
22%
37%
Black
14%
21%
White
49%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River City Science Academy Intracoastal's ranking?
River City Science Academy Intracoastal is ranked #564 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are River City Science Academy Intracoastal often compared to?
River City Science Academy Intracoastalis often viewed alongside schools like Jacksonville Beach Elementary School, San Pablo Elementary School, River City Science Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend River City Science Academy Intracoastal?
820 students attend River City Science Academy Intracoastal.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of River City Science Academy Intracoastal students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does River City Science Academy Intracoastal offer ?
River City Science Academy Intracoastal offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is River City Science Academy Intracoastal part of?
River City Science Academy Intracoastal is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is River City Science Academy Intracoastal located?
River City Science Academy Intracoastal is located in the Golden Glades And The Woods neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in Golden Glades And The Woods.
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