Serving 557 students in grades 6-8, Jean Ribault Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jean Ribault Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Jean Ribault Middle School's student population of 557 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
557 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1905
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Jean Ribault Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jean Ribault Middle School is 0.22, 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
#3042 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
37%
Black
88%
21%
White
4%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jean Ribault Middle School's ranking?
Jean Ribault Middle School is ranked #3042 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Jean Ribault Middle School often compared to?
Jean Ribault Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Matthew W. Gilbert Middle School, Highlands Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Jean Ribault Middle School?
557 students attend Jean Ribault Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Jean Ribault Middle School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jean Ribault Middle School?
Jean Ribault Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jean Ribault Middle School offer ?
Jean Ribault Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jean Ribault Middle School part of?
Jean Ribault Middle School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Jean Ribault Middle School located?
Jean Ribault Middle School is located in the Ribault neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Ribault.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Weather Day - Schools Closed
November 10, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - Schools Closed
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break - Schools/Admin Offices Closed
November 27, 2025 (Thursday)
School Closed
December 22, 2025 (Monday)
Schools Closed
December 22, 2025 (Monday)
School Reviews
5 7/9/2007
i use to go to jean ribault middle they had great academics, and there facilities were so nice but the only thing they did have was art class, band class, cooin class, sawin class,drama class.i would like if some of them things would come to that school or somebody or come one can make that. i think that the students that goes there or goin there they would like it.
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