Serving 1,019 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Duval Charter School At Southside ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,019 students
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Duval Charter School At Southside ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Duval Charter School At Southside's student population of 1,019 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,019 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Duval Charter School At Southside ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Duval Charter School At Southside is 0.73, which is more 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
#1006 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
23%
37%
Black
29%
21%
White
36%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Duval Charter School At Southside's ranking?
Duval Charter School At Southside is ranked #1006 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Duval Charter School At Southside often compared to?
Duval Charter School At Southsideis often viewed alongside schools like Duval Charter At Baymeadows by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Duval Charter School At Southside?
1,019 students attend Duval Charter School At Southside.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Duval Charter School At Southside students are White, 29% of students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Duval Charter School At Southside offer ?
Duval Charter School At Southside offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Duval Charter School At Southside part of?
Duval Charter School At Southside is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Duval Charter School At Southside located?
Duval Charter School At Southside is located in the Baymeadows neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL.
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