Mandarin Middle School vs River City Science Academy at Mandarin
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mandarin Middle School
Jacksonville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,118 students
River City Science Academy at Mandarin
Jacksonville · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
870 students
| Measure | Mandarin Middle School Jacksonville, Florida | River City Science Academy at Mandarin Jacksonville, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 79 Top 25% |
| State rank | #170 of 563 | #350 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #4144 of 15,369 | #5384 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 1,118 | 870 |
| Enrollment | 1,118 | 870 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 27.6% | 34.7% |
| Students per teacher | 21.9 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 63% | 78% |
| city | Jacksonville | Jacksonville |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •River City Science Academy at Mandarin scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.3 vs 66.2).
- •River City Science Academy at Mandarin does better on math proficiency (78% vs 63%).
- •River City Science Academy at Mandarin does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 57%).
- •Mandarin Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.6% vs 34.7%).
- •River City Science Academy at Mandarin does better on students per teacher (15.3 vs 21.9).
- •Mandarin Middle School is the larger school with 1,118 students compared with 870.
- •Mandarin Middle School is a public school while River City Science Academy at Mandarin 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 Mandarin Middle School better than River City Science Academy at Mandarin?
On the Success Index (US), River City Science Academy at Mandarin ranks higher (79.3 vs 66.2 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 Mandarin Middle School and River City Science Academy at Mandarin?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Jacksonville and Jacksonville in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mandarin Middle School: 1,118. River City Science Academy at Mandarin: 870. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mandarin Middle School and River City Science Academy at Mandarin rank in Florida?
Mandarin Middle School is 170th of 563 and River City Science Academy at Mandarin is 350th of 2,187 among middle schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).