River City Science Academy vs River City Science Elementary Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 186 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
River City Science Academy
Jacksonville · Charter high · Grades 6–12
991 students
River City Science Elementary Academy
Jacksonville · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
579 students
| Measure | River City Science Academy Jacksonville, Florida | River City Science Elementary Academy Jacksonville, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 67 Top 25% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #116 of 576 | #670 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #4094 of 16,910 | #10685 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 991 | 579 |
| Enrollment | 991 | 579 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.8% | 57.7% |
| Students per teacher | 17.7 | 16.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | 71% |
| Math proficiency | 79% | 79% |
| city | Jacksonville | Jacksonville |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •River City Science Elementary Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.9 vs 66.9).
- •River City Science Academy does better on reading proficiency (75% vs 71%).
- •River City Science Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.8% vs 57.7%).
- •River City Science Elementary Academy does better on students per teacher (16.5 vs 17.7).
- •River City Science Academy is the larger school with 991 students compared with 579.
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 River City Science Academy better than River City Science Elementary Academy?
On the Success Index (US), River City Science Elementary Academy ranks higher (70.9 vs 66.9 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 River City Science Academy and River City Science Elementary Academy?
About 186 m in a straight line, between Jacksonville and Jacksonville in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
River City Science Academy: 991. River City Science Elementary Academy: 579. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do River City Science Academy and River City Science Elementary Academy rank in Florida?
River City Science Academy is 116th of 576 and River City Science Elementary Academy is 670th of 2,187 among high schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).