Serving 283 students in grades 1-8, Grasp Academy 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 14% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 283 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grasp Academy's student population of 283 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
283 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Grasp Academy 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 Grasp Academy is 0.65, 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
#3592 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
11%
37%
Black
42%
21%
White
40%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grasp Academy's ranking?
Grasp Academy is ranked #3592 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Grasp Academy?
283 students attend Grasp Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Grasp Academy students are Black, 40% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grasp Academy?
Grasp Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Grasp Academy offer ?
Grasp Academy offers enrollment in grades 1-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Grasp Academy part of?
Grasp Academy is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Grasp Academy located?
Grasp Academy is located in the Arlington Manor neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Arlington Manor.
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