Serving 1,157 students in grades 6-8, Fruit Cove Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (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 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,157 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fruit Cove Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fruit Cove Middle School's student population of 1,157 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,157 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Year Founded
1994
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Fruit Cove Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fruit Cove Middle School is 0.59, 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
#276 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
3%
Hispanic
14%
38%
Black
4%
21%
White
61%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
St. Johns School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fruit Cove Middle School's ranking?
Fruit Cove Middle School is ranked #276 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Fruit Cove Middle School often compared to?
Fruit Cove Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Switzerland Point Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Fruit Cove Middle School?
1,157 students attend Fruit Cove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Fruit Cove Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fruit Cove Middle School?
Fruit Cove Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fruit Cove Middle School offer ?
Fruit Cove Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fruit Cove Middle School part of?
Fruit Cove Middle School is part of St. Johns School District.
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