RIVER CITY SCIENCE ACADEMY

School Overview
River City Science Academy (RCSA) is a network of tuition-free, public charter schools in Jacksonville, Florida, that focuses on a rigorous academic curriculum centered on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). The Beach Boulevard campus is part of a high-performing charter network that emphasizes college readiness, critical thinking, and the development of strong character traits. By integrating hands-on learning with a data-driven instructional approach, the school aims to prepare students for success in a global society while maintaining a supportive and safe educational environment.

The school is well-regarded for its emphasis on individualized attention and its commitment to fostering academic excellence among a diverse student population. Beyond its core STEM offerings, RCSA provides a variety of extracurricular activities, competitive clubs, and enrichment programs designed to engage students in collaborative projects and problem-solving. Through partnerships between parents, educators, and the community, the academy strives to bridge the achievement gap and equip its students with the skills necessary to excel in higher education and their future professional careers.
979
Total Students
53.0
Full-Time Teachers
18.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
55.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for RIVER CITY SCIENCE ACADEMY
Demographic Student Count
White492
Hispanic190
Black158
Asian73
Two or More56
American Indian8
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    492 (50.3 %)
  • Hispanic
    190 (19.4 %)
  • Black
    158 (16.1 %)
  • Asian
    73 (7.5 %)
  • Two or More
    56 (5.7 %)
  • American Indian
    8 (0.8 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High 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: 6th - 12th
Total Students: 979
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 53.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 477
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 66
Grades Taught
Grade 6 147
Grade 7 149
Grade 8 141
Grade 9 154
Grade 10 163
Grade 11 123
Grade 12 102

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for RIVER CITY SCIENCE ACADEMY
Grade Student Count
Grade 6147
Grade 7149
Grade 8141
Grade 9154
Grade 10163
Grade 11123
Grade 12102
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for RIVER CITY SCIENCE ACADEMY
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female41542.4%
Male56457.6%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)