Serving 1,173 students in grades 6-8, Mandarin Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,173 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Mandarin Middle School's student population of 1,173 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,173 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
Mandarin Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mandarin Middle School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1367 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
19%
37%
Black
16%
21%
White
55%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Mandarin Middle School is ranked #1367 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Mandarin Middle School often compared to?
Mandarin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Twin Lakes Academy Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Mandarin Middle School?
1,173 students attend Mandarin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Mandarin Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mandarin Middle School?
Mandarin Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mandarin Middle School offer ?
Mandarin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mandarin Middle School part of?
Mandarin Middle School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Mandarin Middle School located?
Mandarin Middle School is located in the Mandarin Station neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in Mandarin Station.
School Reviews麻豆果冻传媒>5 10/9/2020This school is cool.5 2/28/2012This is a great school with MUCH to offer. The students here are treated like Middle School age students should be treated. There is great communication between the school and parents. Parents have to be involved, this isn't elementary school so you aren't going to be spoon fed information.2 2/17/2010Very disappointing after hearing what a good school it was. Very uncaring attitude from principals, teachers, guidance etc... Huge lack of communication between the parents and teachers and the teachers don't seem to really make an effort or care. Wouldn't recommend overall.Review Mandarin Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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This school is cool.
This is a great school with MUCH to offer. The students here are treated like Middle School age students should be treated. There is great communication between the school and parents. Parents have to be involved, this isn't elementary school so you aren't going to be spoon fed information.
Very disappointing after hearing what a good school it was. Very uncaring attitude from principals, teachers, guidance etc... Huge lack of communication between the parents and teachers and the teachers don't seem to really make an effort or care. Wouldn't recommend overall.
Review Mandarin Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
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