At a glance
Reported students
489
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
31
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
15.8:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
06–08
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Florida middle enrollment
18th percentile
Compared with 579 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
515.5
Joseph Stilwell Middle School: 489 reported students.
State peer staffing position
9th percentile
15.8:1 reported; state peer median 19.2:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 576
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Student–teacher ratio
- 14.8:1
What the reported data says about Joseph Stilwell Middle School
Joseph Stilwell Middle School is a public middle school serving grades 06–08 in Jacksonville. It is one of 199 current school records connected to Duval. NCES reports 489 students for 2024–25.
Among 579 middle schools in Florida with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 808 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 18th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 15.8:1, below the Florida median of 19.2:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Black (42.9%) and White (26.6%). English learners represent 7.1% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 28.8%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
Questions worth asking Joseph Stilwell Middle School
- 1How do the reported 15.8:1 student–teacher ratio and 31 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 2 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 7.1%
- Students with disabilities
- 28.8%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 57.9%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 2
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White26.6%
- Hispanic23.1%
- Black42.9%
- Asian1.8%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.2%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial5.3%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Duval
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Jean Ribault Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
530 reported students
Matthew W. Gilbert Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
555 reported students
Fort Caroline Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
401 reported students
Alfred I. Dupont Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
579 reported students
The Bridge to Success Academy Middle School
Middle · Grades 04–08
388 reported students
Arlington Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
684 reported students
Public schools near Joseph Stilwell Middle School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| School of Success Academy-Sos Middle · Charter · Duval | 06–08 | 145 | 2.9 mi |
| Lake Shore Middle School Middle · Duval | 06–08 | 748 | 4 mi |
| James Weldon Johnson College Preparatory Middle School Middle · Duval | 06–08 | 980 | 4 mi |
| Westside Middle School Middle · Duval | 06–08 | 893 | 4.4 mi |
| Chaffee Trail Middle School Middle · Duval | 06–08 | 1,190 | 4.9 mi |
| Jacksonville STEM Academy at Eugene Butler Middle · Duval | 06–08 | 281 | 5.9 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Joseph Stilwell Middle School
What grades does Joseph Stilwell Middle School serve?
Joseph Stilwell Middle School reports grades 06–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a middle school in Duval.
How many students attend Joseph Stilwell Middle School?
Joseph Stilwell Middle School reported 489 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 18th percentile among 579 Florida middle schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 576 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Joseph Stilwell Middle School?
The calculated ratio is 15.8:1, based on 489 students and 31 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Florida median for the same school level is 19.2:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Joseph Stilwell Middle School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Joseph Stilwell Middle School is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Joseph Stilwell Middle School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
57.9% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Joseph Stilwell Middle School in?
Joseph Stilwell Middle School is part of Duval, based in Jacksonville, FL, which operates 199 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Joseph Stilwell Middle School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include School of Success Academy-Sos (2.9 mi), Lake Shore Middle School (4 mi), James Weldon Johnson College Preparatory Middle School (4 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.