RIVER CITY SCIENCE ACADEMY

School Overview
River City Science Academy (RCSA) is a network of tuition-free, public charter schools in Jacksonville, Florida, that focuses on a rigorous academic curriculum centered on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). The Beach Boulevard campus is part of a high-performing charter network that emphasizes college readiness, critical thinking, and the development of strong character traits. By integrating hands-on learning with a data-driven instructional approach, the school aims to prepare students for success in a global society while maintaining a supportive and safe educational environment.

The school is well-regarded for its emphasis on individualized attention and its commitment to fostering academic excellence among a diverse student population. Beyond its core STEM offerings, RCSA provides a variety of extracurricular activities, competitive clubs, and enrichment programs designed to engage students in collaborative projects and problem-solving. Through partnerships between parents, educators, and the community, the academy strives to bridge the achievement gap and equip its students with the skills necessary to excel in higher education and their future professional careers.
991
Total Students
56.0
Full-Time Teachers
17.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
54.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for RIVER CITY SCIENCE ACADEMY
Demographic Student Count
White496
Hispanic221
Black131
Asian88
Two or More48
American Indian5
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    496 (50.1%)
  • Hispanic
    221 (22.3%)
  • Black
    131 (13.2%)
  • Asian
    88 (8.9%)
  • Two or More
    48 (4.8%)
  • American Indian
    5 (0.5%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: DUVAL
Phone: (904)855-8010
Website: http://www.rivercityscience.org
Grade Range: 6th - 12th
Total Students: 991
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 56.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 477
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 66
Grades Taught
Grade 6 152
Grade 7 138
Grade 8 136
Grade 9 159
Grade 10 137
Grade 11 146
Grade 12 123

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for RIVER CITY SCIENCE ACADEMY
Grade Student Count
Grade 6152
Grade 7138
Grade 8136
Grade 9159
Grade 10137
Grade 11146
Grade 12123
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for RIVER CITY SCIENCE ACADEMY
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female41642%
Male57558%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)