School Overview
Jean Ribault Middle School is a public school located in the Ribault neighborhood of Jacksonville, Florida, serving students as part of the Duval County Public Schools district. The school is situated near the Ribault River, and its name honors the historic legacy of Jean Ribault, the French explorer who established a settlement in the region during the 16th century. The school aims to provide a structured learning environment that prepares students for the transition to high school, placing a strong emphasis on academic achievement, character development, and community engagement.

As a core institution in the Northwest Jacksonville community, the school offers a diverse range of educational programs, including athletics, arts, and extracurricular clubs designed to foster student growth outside the classroom. By leveraging its resources within the Duval County district, Ribault Middle School focuses on closing achievement gaps and promoting a culture of high expectations. Families and community members can access ongoing updates regarding school events, faculty contact information, and administrative policies through the school’s official website at http://www.duvalschools.org/rms.
679
Total Students
39.0
Full-Time Teachers
17.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
55.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for JEAN RIBAULT MIDDLE SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White34
Hispanic30
Black598
Asian1
Two or More14
American Indian2
  • Black
    598 (88.1 %)
  • White
    34 (5.0 %)
  • Hispanic
    30 (4.4 %)
  • Two or More
    14 (2.1 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.3 %)
  • Asian
    1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: DUVAL
Phone: (904)924-3062
Website: http://www.duvalschools.org/rms
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 679
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 39.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 375
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 6 210
Grade 7 219
Grade 8 250

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for JEAN RIBAULT MIDDLE SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 6210
Grade 7219
Grade 8250
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for JEAN RIBAULT MIDDLE SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female33048.6%
Male34951.4%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)