Serving 622 students in grades 6-8, Matthew W. Gilbert 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 19% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher 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: 622 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Matthew W. Gilbert Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Matthew W. Gilbert Middle School's student population of 622 students has grown by 54% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 55% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
622 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Matthew W. Gilbert 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 Matthew W. Gilbert Middle School is 0.29, 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
#3566 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
37%
Black
84%
21%
White
4%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
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 Matthew W. Gilbert Middle School's ranking?
Matthew W. Gilbert Middle School is ranked #3566 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Matthew W. Gilbert Middle School often compared to?
Matthew W. Gilbert Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jean Ribault Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Matthew W. Gilbert Middle School?
622 students attend Matthew W. Gilbert Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Matthew W. Gilbert Middle School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Matthew W. Gilbert Middle School?
Matthew W. Gilbert Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Matthew W. Gilbert Middle School offer ?
Matthew W. Gilbert Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Matthew W. Gilbert Middle School part of?
Matthew W. Gilbert Middle School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Matthew W. Gilbert Middle School located?
Matthew W. Gilbert Middle School is located in the Urban Core neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 5 other public schools located in Urban Core.
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