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Grand Park Career Center

2335 W 18th St
Jacksonville, FL 32209
Grand Park Career Center serves 213 students in grades 6-12. 
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 58%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 213 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 89%
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50% in FL)
  • : <50%
  • : <50%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Grand Park Career Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

School Overview

Grand Park Career Center's student population of 213 students has grown by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
213 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Every Student, Every Day.

School Rankings

The diversity score of Grand Park Career Center is 0.32, 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
(12-13)
<50%
58%
(12-13)
<50%
58%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
37%
Black
82%
21%
White
11%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.32
≤20%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
6%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% FL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Grand Park Career Center?
The graduation rate of Grand Park Career Center is 20%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Grand Park Career Center?
213 students attend Grand Park Career Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Grand Park Career Center students are Black, 11% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grand Park Career Center?
Grand Park Career Center has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Grand Park Career Center offer ?
Grand Park Career Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Grand Park Career Center part of?
Grand Park Career Center is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Grand Park Career Center located?
Grand Park Career Center is located in the Northwest neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in Northwest.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 213 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 89%
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • : <50%
  • : <50%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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