Serving 980 students in grades 6-8, James Weldon Johnson College Preparatory Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 980 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James Weldon Johnson College Preparatory Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
James Weldon Johnson College Preparatory Middle School's student population of 980 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
980 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
1991
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspiring every student and preparing them for success in college or a career, and life.
Average Class Size
25 students
School Rankings
James Weldon Johnson College Preparatory Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James Weldon Johnson College Preparatory Middle School is 0.72, which is more 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
#318 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Asian
13%
3%
Hispanic
10%
38%
Black
41%
21%
White
30%
34%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James Weldon Johnson College Preparatory Middle School's ranking?
James Weldon Johnson College Preparatory Middle School is ranked #318 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are James Weldon Johnson College Preparatory Middle School often compared to?
James Weldon Johnson College Preparatory Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Julia Landon College Preparatory & Leadership Development S by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend James Weldon Johnson College Preparatory Middle School?
980 students attend James Weldon Johnson College Preparatory Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of James Weldon Johnson College Preparatory Middle School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James Weldon Johnson College Preparatory Middle School?
James Weldon Johnson College Preparatory Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does James Weldon Johnson College Preparatory Middle School offer ?
James Weldon Johnson College Preparatory Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is James Weldon Johnson College Preparatory Middle School part of?
James Weldon Johnson College Preparatory Middle School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is James Weldon Johnson College Preparatory Middle School located?
James Weldon Johnson College Preparatory Middle School is located in the Woodstock neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in Woodstock.
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