Middle Schools in Clay

The middle schools in Clay, Florida serve students in grades 6-8 and consist of 6 schools, including Oakleaf Junior High, Lake Asbury Junior High School, Lakeside Junior High School, Green Cove Springs Junior High School, Wilkinson Junior High School, and Orange Park Junior High School.

Among the standout schools, Oakleaf Junior High and Lake Asbury Junior High School have consistently ranked among the top middle schools in Florida, maintaining 4-star ratings and impressive test scores, particularly in Algebra 1 and Geometry. Lakeside Junior High School also stands out for its high proficiency rates in Geometry and Civics.

While the middle schools in Clay generally outperform the state averages in most subject areas, there is some variability in the FAST (Florida Assessment of Student Thinking) English Language Arts and Math assessments. Additionally, the district faces concerns with high chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 22.9% to 45.1%, and socioeconomic disparities, as indicated by the wide range in free/reduced lunch rates from 40.89% to 100%.