Serving 284 students in grades 6-8, Young Mens/womens Leadership Academy At Eugene J Butler 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 17% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Young Mens/womens Leadership Academy At Eugene J Butler's student population of 284 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
284 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
2005
Last Day of School
Wed. May 20, 2026
Campus Size
5 acres
School Motto
Elevating our Students.
School Rankings
Young Mens/womens Leadership Academy At Eugene J Butler 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 Young Mens/womens Leadership Academy At Eugene J Butler is 0.30, 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
#3568 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
37%
Black
83%
21%
White
6%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
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
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Young Mens/womens Leadership Academy At Eugene J Butler's ranking?
Young Mens/womens Leadership Academy At Eugene J Butler is ranked #3568 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Young Mens/womens Leadership Academy At Eugene J Butler?
284 students attend Young Mens/womens Leadership Academy At Eugene J Butler.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Young Mens/womens Leadership Academy At Eugene J Butler students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Young Mens/womens Leadership Academy At Eugene J Butler?
Young Mens/womens Leadership Academy At Eugene J Butler has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Young Mens/womens Leadership Academy At Eugene J Butler offer ?
Young Mens/womens Leadership Academy At Eugene J Butler offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Young Mens/womens Leadership Academy At Eugene J Butler part of?
Young Mens/womens Leadership Academy At Eugene J Butler is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Young Mens/womens Leadership Academy At Eugene J Butler located?
Young Mens/womens Leadership Academy At Eugene J Butler is located in the Northwest neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in Northwest.
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