Atlantic Coast High School vs River City Science Academy Southeast
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 6.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Atlantic Coast High School
Jacksonville · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,887 students
River City Science Academy Southeast
Jacksonville · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
726 students
| Measure | Atlantic Coast High School Jacksonville, Florida | River City Science Academy Southeast Jacksonville, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #223 of 576 | #642 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #6766 of 16,910 | #10152 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 2,887 | 726 |
| Enrollment | 2,887 | 726 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 27.5% | 21.1% |
| Students per teacher | 24.7 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | – |
| Math proficiency | 56% | – |
| city | Jacksonville | Jacksonville |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •River City Science Academy Southeast scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.7 vs 56.1).
- •River City Science Academy Southeast does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.1% vs 27.5%).
- •River City Science Academy Southeast does better on students per teacher (15.4 vs 24.7).
- •Atlantic Coast High School is the larger school with 2,887 students compared with 726.
- •Atlantic Coast High School is a public school while River City Science Academy Southeast is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Atlantic Coast High School better than River City Science Academy Southeast?
On the Success Index (US), River City Science Academy Southeast ranks higher (71.7 vs 56.1 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Atlantic Coast High School and River City Science Academy Southeast?
About 6.3 km in a straight line, between Jacksonville and Jacksonville in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Atlantic Coast High School: 2,887. River City Science Academy Southeast: 726. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Atlantic Coast High School and River City Science Academy Southeast rank in Florida?
Atlantic Coast High School is 223rd of 576 and River City Science Academy Southeast is 642nd of 2,187 among high schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).