GREEN COVE SPRINGS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
793 Students
Middle School 7th - 8th
School Overview
Green Cove Springs Junior High School, located in Green Cove Springs, Florida, serves as a key educational institution within the Clay County School District. The school is dedicated to fostering an environment that promotes academic achievement, personal responsibility, and character development for students in their middle school years. By offering a comprehensive curriculum alongside various extracurricular activities, the institution aims to prepare its student body for the rigors of high school while addressing the unique social and emotional needs of early adolescents.
As part of the "One Clay" district network, the school emphasizes community involvement and the utilization of modern educational resources to enhance the learning experience. The faculty and staff focus on creating a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to explore their interests, develop critical thinking skills, and engage with their peers in a positive, collaborative environment. Through its commitment to excellence and its connection to the local Green Cove Springs community, the junior high serves as a vital bridge between elementary education and long-term academic success.
As part of the "One Clay" district network, the school emphasizes community involvement and the utilization of modern educational resources to enhance the learning experience. The faculty and staff focus on creating a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to explore their interests, develop critical thinking skills, and engage with their peers in a positive, collaborative environment. Through its commitment to excellence and its connection to the local Green Cove Springs community, the junior high serves as a vital bridge between elementary education and long-term academic success.
793
Total Students
47.0
Full-Time Teachers
16.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
46.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 505 |
| Hispanic | 129 |
| Black | 94 |
| Asian | 25 |
| Two or More | 36 |
| American Indian | 3 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White505 (63.7%)
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Hispanic129 (16.3%)
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Black94 (11.9%)
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Two or More36 (4.5%)
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Asian25 (3.2%)
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American Indian3 (0.4%)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | CLAY |
| Phone: | (904)336-5175 |
| Website: | http://gcj.oneclay.net |
| Grade Range: | 7th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 793 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 47.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 16.9 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 295 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 74 |
Grades Taught
Grade 7
387
Grade 8
406
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 7 | 387 |
| Grade 8 | 406 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 373 | 47% |
| Male | 420 | 53% |
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