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Duval Charter High School At Baymeadows

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Duval Charter High School At Baymeadows ranks 243 rd of 838 Florida high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

Public, Charter Grades 9-12

243^rd

SchoolDigger Rank ?

of 838 Florida High Schools

Better than 71% of Florida high schools

Summary

Duval Charter High School At Baymeadows in Jacksonville, FL, is a public charter school serving 749 students in grades 9-12 within the Duval district, where nearly 47% of students qualify for free or reduced lunch.

This school presents a striking paradox: it boasts a near-perfect graduation rate (consistently above 98%), yet suffers from a severe chronic absenteeism problem, with 59.4% of students chronically absent in 2023-2024—nearly double the district average and almost triple the state average. Academically, performance is a "Jekyll and Hyde" story. The school excels in Geometry, Biology 1, and US History, outperforming district and state averages. For example, 84% were proficient in Biology 1. However, it significantly underperforms in Algebra 1, with only 42% proficient—19 points below the district and 21 points below the state. This suggests uneven math instruction or that students taking Geometry are a more select group. Compared to nearby charters, it is a middle-of-the-pack option. River City Science Academy outperforms it in nearly every metric, especially math (79% in Algebra 1), while San Jose Prep is a clear underperformer.

For parents, this school is a mixed bag. The high graduation rate may be a red flag if it masks low academic rigor, especially given the low Algebra 1 scores and high absenteeism. The school spends $9,312 per student, higher than large traditional schools like Sandalwood High School ($8,432) and Mandarin High School ($8,055), but lower than top charters like River City Science Academy ($9,737). Its student-teacher ratio of 21.4:1 is moderate. Located in a competitive zone with high-performing options like Douglas Anderson School Of The Arts and Samuel W. Wolfson High School, families prioritizing academic rigor may look elsewhere. However, for those focused on a guaranteed graduation in a smaller environment, Duval Charter presents a compelling, if contradictory, case.

749

Students ?

21.4

Student/teacher ratio ?

$9,312

Per pupil spending ?

46.9%

Free/discounted lunch ?

7510 Baymeadows Way
Jacksonville, FL 32256

(904) 638-7947

District: Duval

Racial breakdown:

White:

35.8%

Hispanic:

33.9%

African American:

20.0%

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At a glance

▲ Ranking trend: Improving — 57th percentile in 2016 → 71st in 2026

Strengths

✓99% graduate in 4 years — above the Florida average (92%)

✓Ranking is trending up — up 14 percentile points since 2016

✓Among the top-ranked schools in Duval

Worth a look

!High chronic absenteeism (64% vs 29% Florida)

!Algebra 1 scores 21 pts below the Florida average

Students meeting standards (2025-2026) ?

This school68%

District avg63%

Florida avg64%

243^rd of 838

Florida public high schools ?

Top 29%▲ up 14 pts since 2016

From top 43% (2016) to top 29% (2026)

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★★★★★

SchoolDigger rating ?

8^th of 32High Schools in the Duval

54^th of 70Duval among Florida districts

Statewide rank percentile over time (100 = the top-ranked school in the state; click a legend item to add a student group)

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All Students

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Florida percentile	Rating
2026	57.9	243 of 838	71.0%	★★★★☆
2025	49.9	337 of 844	60.1%	★★★☆☆
2024	49.5	309 of 807	61.7%	★★★☆☆
2023	58.2	214 of 792	73.0%	★★★★☆
2022	57.5	212 of 774	72.6%	★★★★☆
2021	53.3	241 of 746	67.7%	★★★☆☆
2019	63.3	171 of 734	76.7%	★★★★☆
2018	67.7	134 of 716	81.3%	★★★★☆
2017	55.0	239 of 714	66.5%	★★★☆☆
2016	47.7	300 of 693	56.7%	★★★☆☆
2014	57.5	252 of 687	63.3%	★★★☆☆

By subject vs Florida (2025-2026) ?

Biology 184%+10 vs state

US History80%+6 vs state

Geometry68%+12 vs state

English Language Arts62%~ state avg

Algebra 142%-21 vs state

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2026)				Ranking (2025)				FAST English Language Arts (2026)					FAST Math (2026)			Statewide Science Science (2026)	EOC Algebra 1 (2026)	EOC Geometry (2026)	EOC Biology 1 (2026)	EOC US History (2026)	EOC Civics (2026)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2025)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2026)	Statewide Rank (2026)	State Percentile (2026)	SchoolDigger Rating (2026)	Average Standard Score (2025)	Statewide Rank (2025)	State Percentile (2025)	Rank Change from Previous Year	FAST English Language Arts 6th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 7th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 8th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 9th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 10th Grade	FAST Math 6th Grade	FAST Math 7th Grade	FAST Math 8th Grade	Statewide Science Science 8th Grade	EOC Algebra 1 End of Course	EOC Geometry End of Course	EOC Biology 1 End of Course	EOC US History End of Course	EOC Civics End of Course	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Duval Charter High School At Baymeadows	Public, Charter	9-12	7510 Baymeadows Way	Jacksonville	32256	Duval County	Duval	Yes	No	No	No	(904) 638-7947	749	35	21.4	46.9%	268 (35.8%)	150 (20.0%)	254 (33.9%)	30 (4.0%)	3 (0.4%)	1 (0.1%)	43 (5.7%)	57.9	243^rd of 838 public high schools	71.0%		49.9	337^th of 844 public high schools	60.1%	94				62.0	63.0					42.0	68.0	84.0	80.0		$9,312	$44	$9,268
Gateway Community Services	Public	6-12	3747 Belfort Rd	Jacksonville	32216	Duval County	Duval	No	No	No	No	(904) 646-4889	9	2	4.5	55.6%	6 (66.7%)	3 (33.3%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)								(n/a)
Duval Virtual Academy Franchise	Public, Virtual	6-12	7000 Powers Ave	Jacksonville	32217	Duval County	Duval	No	No	Yes	No	(904) 390-2819	0	0			0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()								(n/a)
Samuel W. Wolfson High School	Public, Magnet	9-12	7000 Powers Ave	Jacksonville	32217	Duval County	Duval	No	Yes	No	Yes	(904) 739-5265	1,007	46	21.8	12.7%	661 (65.6%)	113 (11.2%)	124 (12.3%)	41 (4.1%)	4 (0.4%)	2 (0.2%)	62 (6.2%)	91	12^th of 838 public high schools	98.6%		89.2	22^nd of 844 public high schools	97.4%	10				98.0	96.0						91.0	97.0	100.0		$9,848	$1,152	$8,695
San Jose Prep	Public, Charter	6-12	4072 Sunbeam Rd	Jacksonville	32257	Duval County	Duval	Yes	No	No	Yes	(904) 425-1725	594	34	17.4		167 (28.1%)	151 (25.4%)	228 (38.4%)	8 (1.3%)	9 (1.5%)	4 (0.7%)	27 (4.5%)	18.7	670^th of 838 public high schools	20.0%		18.2	674^th of 844 public high schools	20.1%	4	32.0	29.0	13.0	35.0	50.0	33.0	41.0	22.0	11.0	47.0	28.0	58.0	38.0	48.0	$8,399	$168	$8,231
Englewood High School	Public	9-12	4412 Barnes Rd	Jacksonville	32207	Duval County	Duval	No	No	No	Yes	(904) 739-5212	1,896	83	22.8	49.6%	351 (18.5%)	533 (28.1%)	820 (43.2%)	111 (5.9%)	11 (0.6%)	2 (0.1%)	68 (3.6%)	22.2	653^rd of 838 public high schools	22.1%		27.5	612^th of 844 public high schools	27.5%	41				28.0	37.0					22.0	51.0	51.0	67.0		$8,814	$1,004	$7,810
River City Science Academy	Public, Charter	6-12	7565 Beach Blvd	Jacksonville	32216	Duval County	Duval	Yes	No	No	Yes	(904) 855-8010	991	56	17.6	54.8%	496 (50.1%)	131 (13.2%)	221 (22.3%)	88 (8.9%)	5 (0.5%)	2 (0.2%)	48 (4.8%)	71.9	123^rd of 838 public high schools	85.3%		81.1	68^th of 844 public high schools	91.9%	55	82.0	79.0	81.0	76.0	83.0	88.0	83.0	98.0	51.0	79.0	78.0	71.0	96.0	86.0	$9,737	$415	$9,321
Mandarin High School	Public, Magnet	9-12	4831 Greenland Rd	Jacksonville	32258	Duval County	Duval	No	Yes	No	No	(904) 260-3911	2,343	98	23.9	22.3%	1,183 (50.5%)	461 (19.7%)	436 (18.6%)	111 (4.7%)	18 (0.8%)	10 (0.4%)	124 (5.3%)	57.4	251^st of 838 public high schools	70.0%		64.3	190^th of 844 public high schools	77.5%	61				63.0	72.0					51.0	52.0	72.0	85.0		$8,055	$236	$7,819
Atlantic Coast High School	Public	9-12	9735 R G Skinner Pkwy	Jacksonville	32256	Duval County	Duval	No	No	No	No	(904) 538-5120	2,887	117	24.6	27.5%	946 (32.8%)	809 (28.0%)	704 (24.4%)	211 (7.3%)	18 (0.6%)	9 (0.3%)	190 (6.6%)	49.7	348^th of 838 public high schools	58.5%		55.3	262^nd of 844 public high schools	69.0%	86				55.0	60.0					44.0	54.0	75.0	82.0		$8,375	$671	$7,703
Douglas Anderson School Of The Arts	Public, Magnet	9-12	2445 San Diego Rd	Jacksonville	32207	Duval County	Duval	No	Yes	No	No	(904) 346-5620	1,035	51	20.2	15.7%	591 (57.1%)	244 (23.6%)	112 (10.8%)	34 (3.3%)	2 (0.2%)	2 (0.2%)	50 (4.8%)	80.4	66^th of 838 public high schools	92.1%		76.4	100^th of 844 public high schools	88.2%	34				84.0	85.0					50.0	79.0	87.0	93.0		$9,625	$714	$8,910

Frequently Asked Questions about Duval Charter High School At Baymeadows

What is the racial makeup of Duval Charter High School At Baymeadows?

Students at Duval Charter High School At Baymeadows are 36% White, 34% Hispanic, 20% African American, 6% Two or more races, 4% Asian.

What district is Duval Charter High School At Baymeadows in?

Duval

Is Duval Charter High School At Baymeadows a good school?

Duval Charter High School At Baymeadows ranks 243^rd of 838 Florida high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

How many students attend Duval Charter High School At Baymeadows?

In the 2024-25 school year, 749 students attended Duval Charter High School At Baymeadows.

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2024–25 attendance dataNewAug 18, 2026

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2024–25 graduation ratesJan 13, 2026

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