JOSEPH STILWELL MIDDLE SCHOOL

JOSEPH STILWELL MIDDLE SCHOOL is a Title I public middle school that is part of the DUVAL school district, located in JACKSONVILLE, FL with about 769 students offering grade levels from 6th 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 53 teachers, JOSEPH STILWELL MIDDLE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

JOSEPH STILWELL MIDDLE SCHOOL, located in the Riverside/Westside area of Jacksonville, Florida, is a public school serving students in grades 6 through 8 as part of the Duval County Public Schools district. The school is widely recognized for its robust **Military Leadership Academy** magnet program, which emphasizes discipline, character development, and academic rigor. By integrating military-style structure with traditional middle school curricula, the school aims to prepare students for success in high school and beyond, fostering a sense of civic responsibility and leadership.

Beyond its magnet offerings, Joseph Stilwell provides a comprehensive educational experience that includes core academic subjects, elective courses, and various extracurricular activities. The school environment is designed to support student growth through a combination of structured classroom instruction and social-emotional development. As a member of the Duval County system, the school is committed to the district’s mission of providing equitable opportunities for all students, ensuring that those enrolled in both the magnet and neighborhood programs have access to the resources needed to meet state academic standards and develop essential 21st-century skills.

For more information, contact JOSEPH STILWELL MIDDLE SCHOOL at (904) 693-7523 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.