River City Science Academy

River City Science Academy

Charter Middle, High School | Grade 6-12
7565 Beach Blvd,  Jacksonville, FL
4.1
4.5
950 Students
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School Details

Head of School
Mr. Ozan Sipahioglu
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Average SAT Score
1170
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
78%
Reading Proficiency
76%
Average GPA
3.58
Graduation Rate
95%

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Academics
A
Teachers
A
College Prep
A-
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
C
Clubs and Activities
C-
Sports
B-
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.58
Reading Proficiency
76%
Math Proficiency
78%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers
53
Full Time Teachers
53
Teachers in First or Second Year
22.5%
College Prep
Average SAT
1170
Math
580
Verbal
580
Average ACT
26
Math
25
English
26
Reading
26
Science
25
Number of AP Courses
10
AP Pass Rate
32.1%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

Math
5%
State Average
22%
Science
19%
State Average
26%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
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The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
945:1

Student Diversity

Male
57.6%
Female
42.4%
White
50.3%
Hispanic
19.4%
Black
16.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
7.5%
Two or more races
5.7%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
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School Rankings

#7 Best Charter MS in Florida
#17 Niche Standout HS in Florida
#24 Best Charter HS in Florida
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of North Florida 238 Students
University of Florida 179 Students
University of Central Florida 143 Students
Florida State University 141 Students
Jacksonville University 91 Students
Florida State College at Jacksonville 82 Students
University of South Florida 75 Students
University of Miami 59 Students
Florida Atlantic University 38 Students
Florida International University 37 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Computer Science 48 Students
Business 43 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 37 Students
Psychology 33 Students
Nursing 29 Students
Biology 29 Students
Engineering 17 Students
Mechanical Engineering 12 Students
Aerospace Engineering 11 Students
Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management 11 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.1 115 Reviews
5.0 Parent
4/20/2024
I recommend any child to attend RCSA. I will be a RCSA parent until my son graduated high school in 2030.
5.0 Parent
4/19/2024
My son started RCSA Middle/High from 6th grade thru 12th grade. He graduated early with their dual enrollment program.
5.0 Parent
7/19/2023
The administration and teachers are very caring and dedicated to the students. The curriculum is challenging but meaningful. If your child is lucky enough to get in, you will find your child among the best and brightest in Duval. My child is very happy at River City Science Academy and has made a great group of new friends. The whole idea of middle school can be a bit daunting (and even a little scary!), but all of our worries were laid to rest once our child started at this truly amazing school.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.5 80 Reviews
5.0 parent
10/14/2024
My son and I have had a great experience with River City Science Academy. The community is supportive and engaged. The teachers are attentive and responsive. My son has the support he needs to succeed in class and extracurricular activities. RCSA welcomes families to participate in their students' e...
2.0 parent
9/24/2024
While I appreciate the community and culture of this school, I've found that it falls short in providing the necessary accommodations for students with special needs. While their intentions may be good, the execution of these accommodations hasn't been effective in my experience. If your child requi...
5.0 parent
5/4/2024
River City Science Academy Middle/High is one of the best schools in North Florida, recognized nationally for their highest education standards and academic achievements, all in the safest environment.
5.0 parent
4/19/2024
We are delighted with the school, as they provide our children with abundant opportunities to develop and succeed in a multitude of areas.

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