Middle Schools in Clay

The Clay school district in Florida is home to 6 middle schools, serving students in grades 6-8. These schools demonstrate a range of academic performance, with several standout institutions leading the way in the region.

Among the top-performing middle schools in Clay are Lake Asbury Junior High School, which consistently ranks in the top 25% of Florida middle schools, and Lakeside Junior High School, another high-achieving institution. These schools boast exceptional test scores, with 96-100% proficiency in Algebra 1, Geometry, and Civics EOC exams, as well as above-average performance in 7th and 8th grade ELA and Math assessments. Green Cove Springs Junior High School also stands out, with impressive test scores, particularly in Algebra 1 (100% proficiency) and Geometry (95% proficiency).

However, the district as a whole faces challenges, such as a consistently high chronic absenteeism rate of 31.4% across all 6 middle schools, which is higher than the state average. Additionally, the schools serve student populations with varying levels of economic disadvantage, as indicated by the free/reduced lunch rates ranging from 43.18% at Green Cove Springs Junior High to 63% at Orange Park Junior High School. These factors may contribute to the differences in academic performance observed across the district.