Mattie V Rutherford Alt Educational Center serves 67 students in grades 4-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 58%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 67 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9%
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mattie V Rutherford Alt Educational Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Mattie V Rutherford Alt Educational Center's student population of 67 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
67 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mattie V Rutherford Alt Educational 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)6-9%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)10-14%
58%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
17:1
Hispanic
7%
38%
Black
82%
21%
White
6%
34%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% FL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% FL state average).
How many students attend Mattie V Rutherford Alt Educational Center?
67 students attend Mattie V Rutherford Alt Educational Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Mattie V Rutherford Alt Educational Center students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mattie V Rutherford Alt Educational Center?
Mattie V Rutherford Alt Educational Center has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mattie V Rutherford Alt Educational Center offer ?
Mattie V Rutherford Alt Educational Center offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mattie V Rutherford Alt Educational Center part of?
Mattie V Rutherford Alt Educational Center is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Mattie V Rutherford Alt Educational Center located?
Mattie V Rutherford Alt Educational Center is located in the Springfield neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Springfield.
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