ORANGE PARK JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL

ORANGE PARK JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public middle school that is part of the CLAY school district, located in ORANGE PARK, FL with about 744 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 43 teachers, ORANGE PARK JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

ORANGE PARK JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL, located at 1500 Gano Avenue in Orange Park, Florida, is a public middle school serving the Clay County School District. As a key educational institution in the area, the school focuses on providing a comprehensive curriculum for students in grades 7 through 8, aiming to bridge the transition between elementary education and high school. The campus is dedicated to fostering both academic achievement and personal growth, offering a variety of extracurricular activities and support services designed to keep students engaged during these critical formative years.

The school operates under the mission of the Clay County District Schools, emphasizing high standards, community involvement, and the development of lifelong learners. By maintaining an active online presence through their official website (http://opj.oneclay.net), the school provides families with essential information regarding academic resources, district policies, and upcoming campus events. With a focus on preparing students for future success, Orange Park Junior High serves as a vital component of the local educational community, striving to create a safe and collaborative environment for its diverse student body.

For more information, contact ORANGE PARK JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL at (904) 336-5975 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1500 GANO AVE
ORANGE PARK, FL 32073-4506
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ORANGE PARK JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in ORANGE PARK, FL with about 744 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
District:
CLAY
Total Students:
744
Teachers:
43
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 744 students

White
42.7%
Black or African American
28.6%
Hispanic/Latino
18.3%
Two or more races
6.7%
Asian
3.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.4%

Female
52.0%
Male
48.0%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.