RIVER CITY SCIENCE ACADEMY INNOVATION SCHOOL
Charter School
761 Students
Elementary School K - 8th
School Overview
River City Science Academy (RCSA) Innovation, located on Baycenter Road in Jacksonville, is a public charter school that operates under the umbrella of the Duval County Public Schools system. The school is part of the well-established RCSA network, which is widely recognized for its rigorous academic focus on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). By providing a specialized curriculum, the school aims to prepare students for success in competitive fields while fostering critical thinking and analytical problem-solving skills in a structured, supportive environment.
Beyond its academic curriculum, RCSA Innovation emphasizes a holistic approach to education by integrating character development and extracurricular opportunities. The school’s mission generally centers on fostering a culture of high expectations and community engagement, encouraging students to take ownership of their learning. As a charter institution, it offers families an alternative educational pathway within the district, prioritizing innovation in the classroom and utilizing data-driven instruction to help students meet both state and national academic standards.
Beyond its academic curriculum, RCSA Innovation emphasizes a holistic approach to education by integrating character development and extracurricular opportunities. The school’s mission generally centers on fostering a culture of high expectations and community engagement, encouraging students to take ownership of their learning. As a charter institution, it offers families an alternative educational pathway within the district, prioritizing innovation in the classroom and utilizing data-driven instruction to help students meet both state and national academic standards.
761
Total Students
44.0
Full-Time Teachers
17.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
57.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 266 |
| Hispanic | 142 |
| Black | 243 |
| Asian | 41 |
| Two or More | 64 |
| American Indian | 3 |
| Pacific Islander | 2 |
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White266 (35.0 %)
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Black243 (31.9 %)
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Hispanic142 (18.7 %)
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Two or More64 (8.4 %)
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Asian41 (5.4 %)
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American Indian3 (0.4 %)
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Pacific Islander2 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary 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: | K - 8th |
| Total Students: | 761 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 44.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 17.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 399 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 40 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
114
Grade 1
101
Grade 2
85
Grade 3
64
Grade 4
69
Grade 5
73
Grade 6
101
Grade 7
74
Grade 8
80
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 114 |
| Grade 1 | 101 |
| Grade 2 | 85 |
| Grade 3 | 64 |
| Grade 4 | 69 |
| Grade 5 | 73 |
| Grade 6 | 101 |
| Grade 7 | 74 |
| Grade 8 | 80 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 343 | 45.1% |
| Male | 418 | 54.9% |
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