LAVILLA SCHOOL OF THE ARTS

LAVILLA SCHOOL OF THE ARTS is a Title I public middle school that is part of the DUVAL school district, located in JACKSONVILLE, FL with about 1,014 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 60 teachers, LAVILLA SCHOOL OF THE ARTS has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

LAVILLA SCHOOL OF THE ARTS, located in downtown Jacksonville, Florida, is a prestigious magnet middle school dedicated to providing an intensive arts-focused education. As part of the Duval County Public Schools district, the institution is renowned for integrating a rigorous academic curriculum with specialized training in various disciplines, including dance, music (band, orchestra, chorus, piano, and guitar), theater, film, and visual arts. Students at LaVilla are typically selected through an audition process, ensuring a student body composed of dedicated young artists who are passionate about developing their craft.

Beyond its artistic programming, LaVilla is highly regarded for its commitment to academic excellence, consistently ranking among the top-performing schools in the region. The school environment is designed to foster both creativity and discipline, encouraging students to excel in core subjects while honing their professional artistic skills. By blending high-level artistic instruction with a challenging traditional academic schedule, LAVILLA SCHOOL OF THE ARTS prepares its students for success in competitive high school arts programs and beyond, serving as a cornerstone of cultural and educational development in the Jacksonville community.

For more information, contact LAVILLA SCHOOL OF THE ARTS at (904) 633-6069 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.