Serving 68 students in grades 6-12, Pace Center For Girls-jax ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 68 students
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pace Center For Girls-jax ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Pace Center For Girls-jax's student population of 68 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
68 students
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
1 teacher
School Rankings
Pace Center For Girls-jax ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pace Center For Girls-jax is 0.62, 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
#1872 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
15%
37%
Black
52%
21%
White
31%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
36%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pace Center For Girls-jax's ranking?
Pace Center For Girls-jax is ranked #1872 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pace Center For Girls-jax?
The graduation rate of Pace Center For Girls-jax is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pace Center For Girls-jax?
68 students attend Pace Center For Girls-jax.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Pace Center For Girls-jax students are Black, 31% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Pace Center For Girls-jax offer ?
Pace Center For Girls-jax offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pace Center For Girls-jax part of?
Pace Center For Girls-jax is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Pace Center For Girls-jax located?
Pace Center For Girls-jax is located in the Arlington Manor neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Arlington Manor.
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