Calendar HAC Contact News Our District Families Schools Staff Careers How To Home » About Us ABOUT US About Us About St. Johns County Character Counts! 2016-2021 Strategic Plan NEWS & MEDIA News & Updates Media Releases Meeting Notices SchoolMessenger SEA TV-99 District Facts Mission The St. Johns County School District will inspire good character and a passion for lifelong learning in all students, creating educated and caring contributors to the world. Vision All students will choose a learning path that leads to a well-rounded graduate who demonstrates good character and leadership. District 608 square miles 264,672 residents* 88.6% white, 5.6% black/African American, 5.8% Asian and other minority Ethnicity – 7.5% Hispanic or Latino *estimated Source: www.co.st-johns.fl.us and https://www.census.gov/quickfacts/fact/table/stjohnscountyflorida/PST045219 Schools 18 Elementary Schools (K-5) 7 Academies (K-8) 7 Middle Schools (6-8) 8 High Schools (9-12) 1 Technical College 2 Alternative Schools (K-12) 1 Virtual School 3 Charter Schools 2 Juvenile Justice Facilities First Coast Technical College As the first Technical College operated by St. Johns County School District, this accredited school has 27 programs of study ranging from automotive services to medical assisting. To learn more about the school and its programs, please visit http://fctc.edu/. The St. Johns County School District is fully accredited as a quality school system by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement (SACS CASI), a division of AdvancED Accreditation. AdvancED Accreditation is the highest level of accreditation that a school system can receive. Class Size (Teacher-Student Ratio) 1:15.27 (PK-3) 1:17.63 (4-8) 1:19.48 (9-12) A fleet of 258 school buses transports over 21,000 students more than 4.7 million miles per year in addition to 3,500 annual field study trips. School cafeterias serve 73,375 breakfast and lunch meals as well as 44,900 a la carte items weekly. Approximately 25% of the district’s students qualify for free or reduced-price meals. Financial Facts Budget Operating Budget – $425.8 million Operating Fund Payroll – $302.8 million including salaries and benefits Capital Outlay Budget – $322.6 million Funding per Student – $7,744 Millage Rate – 5.953 mils All Operating Income Sources – 51% local, 44% state and 5% federal Half-Cent Sales Tax On November 3, 2015, the citizens of St. Johns County voted to approve a half-cent sales tax to be used for capital improvements within the school district. The District has completed construction on two new schools with sales tax proceeds, Picolata Crossing Elementary School and Freedom Crossing Academy. In addition to fully funding these two new schools, the half-cent sales surtax partially funded the construction of Palm Valley Academy. For more information and to view the critical project list visit www.halfcentsuccess.com. Staff The school district is the largest employer in the county with 5,298 full and part-time employees. 2,931 Instructional Staff 1,706 Support Staff 466 AMC Staff 71 School-Based Administrators 124 District Administrators Race White – 88% Black/African American – 9% Other – 3% Ethnicity – Hispanic 8% Gender Female – 79% Male – 21% 1,175 full-time teachers hold advanced degrees and 14 are National Board Certified. Students Enrollment (Last 20-Day Count, June 2021) K-12 Elementary 19,432 Middle School 10,522 High School 13,611 Alternative Schools 420 Other Charter Schools 163 Virtual School 939 Dept of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) 75 VPK/Headstart 481 Total 45,643 First Coast Technical College (FCTC) 412 Race White 82.85% Black or African-American 7.07% Asian 4.85% Multiracial 4.72% Hawaiian or Pacific Islander 0.25% Native American or Alaskan 0.26% Ethnicity Hispanic 10.43% Non-Hispanic 83.37% Undeclared 6.21% The student body represents 114 different countries speaking 79 different languages. 3,509 gifted students and 6,521 students with disabilities who have learning or intellectual disabilities, emotional/behavioral or autism spectrum disorders, speech/language or sensory impairments and developmental delays. An additional 2,149 students with disabilities receive accommodations through 504 plans. Test Scores 2021 Florida State Assessment (FSA) and End-of-Course (EOC) SJCSD State Rankings: State Rank in Reading State Rank in Math 3rd Grade – 1st 7th Grade – 1st 3rd Grade – 2nd 6th Grade – 2nd 4th Grade – 1st 8th Grade – 1st 4th Grade – 2nd (tie) 7th Grade – 3rd 5th Grade – 2nd 9th Grade – 1st 5th Grade – 3rd 8th Grade – 2nd 6th Grade – 1st 10th Grade – 1st State Rank in Science 5th Grade – 2nd 8th Grade – 1st State Rank in EOC Exams Algebra I – 1st Biology I – 1st Civics – 1st Geometry – 1st US History – 1st St. Johns County had 31 “A” schools, six “B” schools, one “C” school and one “D” school. For additional information on state assessment scores, please visit http://fldoe.org/accountability 2020 Readiness for College –45% of St. Johns County graduates ready in all four areas tested (math, reading, science and writing) compared to the state average of 21% 2020 SAT – 1154, above both the state average of 992 and the national average of 1051 2020 ACT – 23.7, above both the state average of 20.6 and the national average of 20.6 2021 AP Exams– 68.9% percent received college credit 2019-2020 Graduation Rate – 94.8 percent based on the federal graduation rate compared to the state average of 90.0 percent 2021 National Merit Semifinalists – 23 seniors placed in top 1 percent on the PSAT Awards First in the state out of 67 districts – in total school accountability points for the past nine years and is one of only two districts in Florida with a grade of A each year since 2010 2019 School Recognition Award Program – 31 schools received $3,467,042 Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting – by the Government Finance Officers Association for fiscal years 2016-2018 Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting – by the Association of School Business Officials International for fiscal years 2016-2018 2019-2021 Healthy School District Silver Award – one of only seven districts in Florida to earn the Silver level for maintaining a healthy environment for students, employees and the community Governor’s Points of Light Award – CHARACTER COUNTS! initiative. 2021 St. Johns County Teacher of the Year – Ali Pressel, Creekside High School 2021 St. Johns County Rookie Teacher of the Year – Lauren Woods, Valley Ridge Academy 2021 Outstanding School Principal of the Year: Tina Waldrop, Osceola Elementary School 2021 Outstanding Assistant Principal of the Year: Melissa Lime, Freedom Crossing Academy 2021 School-Related Employee of the Year: John D’Attoma, Transportation Deptartment 2021 Volunteers of the Year Youth – Chase Magnano, Ponte Vedra High School Adult – Jennifer Stevenson, Sebastian Middle School Senior – Lynda Eidson, Sebastian Middle School 2020 Golden School Awards – 37 schools for parent volunteer programs 2020 Silver School Awards – 16 schools for student volunteerism (secondary schools only) 2019 Five Star School Awards – 13 schools for outstanding community involvement 2021 American Youth Character Awards – 39 seniors received $400 and 56 juniors honored for exemplifying the Six Pillars of Character Pursuing Victory with Honor – only school district in the state to implement the David Mathis PVWH Award given annually to an outstanding high school athlete. 2021 Winner – Haley Provencal, Bartram Trail HS The Dr. Joseph G. Joyner Sportsmanship Award – Awarded to an adult individual in the community or school system who recognizes that athletics is an important part of the total school program in St. Johns County. 2021 Winner – Jen Harman, Bartram Trail HS Coach 2019-2020 Learning Legacy Lifetime Achievement Awards Nancy Pellicer, graduate of St. Augustine High School Jeb Smith, graduate of St. Augustine High School Community Support More than 600 business partners support St. Johns County schools and 26,657 volunteers donated 238,913 hours during the 2019-2020 school year. Investing in Kids (INK!) is recognized by the state of Florida as the only direct support organization for the SJCSD. INK! sponsors various programs including the Teacher of the Year Celebration, Tools-4-Schools, Take Stock in Children, License for Learning, One for the Kids, Fund-A-Project, FLY and Ancient City Explorers. www.ink-stjohns.org 2021 Florida DOE Commissioner’s Business Recognition Award for the SJCSD Northrop Grumman Instruction SJCSD instruction is: Offered with high expectations which leads to higher performance as stated in the Core Values and the Strategic Plan Supported by professional development with an emphasis on reading, writing and critical thinking across all content areas Differentiated to meet individual student needs Supported by technology at all levels PreK-12 Provided through standard and advanced programs including Programs of Choice, Dual Enrollment and/or the Johns Virtual Instruction Supplemented through Head Start in 24 classrooms at five elementary schools; Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK) in 44 classrooms at 13 elementary schools and FCTC; Pre-school Exceptional Student Education in 37 classrooms at 11 elementary schools Supported by Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) programs offered at six elementary schools, one K-8, three middle schools and four high schools Career Academies 20 High School Career Academies – https://cte.stjohns.k12.fl.us/academies/ Bartram Trail High School The Design Academy – a rigorous and relevant Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) program focusing on one of three concentrations: Interior Design, Fashion Design or Architectural Design The Information Technology Academy – a coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards, content includes computer application skills, computer hardware, software applications, web applications, web page design, systems support and network concepts The VyStar Academy of Business and Finance – an academic and internship program for students exploring career opportunities within financial service and entrepreneurship Creekside High School Academy of Emerging Technology – a program that focuses on two strands: Digital Media Technology or Cybersecurity Academy of Engineering and Environmental Sciences – a STEM program focusing on two strands: Engineering and Environmental Science Pedro Menendez High School The Flagler Hospital Academy of Medical and Health Careers – a business/educational partnership featuring internships and dual enrollment for those students interested in entering the medical field The FMAEF Academy of Architectural and Building Sciences – a program offering classroom instruction, building projects and internships for careers in architectural drafting, carpentry, masonry and other building trades VyStar Academy of Business and Finance – an academic and internship program for students exploring career opportunities within financial service and entrepreneurship Allen D. Nease High School The Stellar Academy of Engineering – a STEM program that offers students a broad base of knowledge, skills and experience in drafting and design technology Communications Academy – offers one of two career-themed paths: TV Production or Digital Design St. Johns County of Hospitality and Tourism – The Academy of Hospitality and Tourism has partnered with the North Florida Hotel and Lodging Association, and local companies including Ponte Vedra Inn and Club and Sysco, to give students the professional skills and real-world experience they will need to find success in the Hospitality and Tourism industry. Ponte Vedra High School Academy of Biotechnology and Medical Research – a STEM program focusing on the use of living organisms to solve problems or make useful products from biological systems Academy of International Business and Marketing – a program offering two strands: Business which focuses on hands-on training in an integrated academic and business curriculum or Marketing which focuses on the foundations of marketing management and functions Academy of Information Technology – a program providing relevant technical knowledge and skills, content includes computer application skills, computer hardware, software applications, web applications, systems support programming and network concepts St. Augustine High School St. Johns County Aerospace Academy – a partnership program with Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University offering an introduction to STEM careers in Aviation and Aerospace Engineering St. Johns County Academy of Future Teachers – a program exploring careers in education, students may earn their AA degree from St. Johns River State College teacher program while earning their high school diploma St. Johns County Center for the Arts – a program providing artistically gifted students with a pre-professional program of study designed to develop their unique talents in the performing and visual arts Academy of Law and Homeland Security – a program providing preparation for work in careers to serve and protect the public, state and country in law, law enforcement and Homeland Security related fields St. Johns Technical High School Academy of Coastal and Water Resources – a hands-on STEM program focusing on coastal, environmental and water resources Academy of Culinary Arts – a curriculum that integrates academic and technical training for a variety of careers in the high-demand field of food service, preparation and hospitality Acceleration Academies AICE – Cambridge Advanced International Certificate of Education (SAHS) AP – Advanced Placement Courses (All Schools) DE – Dual High School/College Enrollment IB – International Baccalaureate Program (NHS, PMHS) ROTC Programs Air Force JROTC – Bartram Trail High School Army JROTC – St. Augustine High School Navy JROTC – Allen D. Nease High School Charter Schools St. Augustine Public Montessori – provides a learning culture grounded in the Montessori philosophy to students ages 6-12 in grades 1-6. Therapeutic Learning Center – serving children with developmental and/or medical disabilities from birth to 5 years old. St. Johns Community Campus – provides alternative education to developmentally disabled students ages 18-22, combining vocational training and integrated employment with community-based work experiences. Administration Tim Forson, Superintendent of Schools Michael Degutis, Chief of Staff School Board District 1 – Mrs. Beverly Slough District 2 – Mr. Anthony E. Coleman Sr. District 3 – Mr. Bill Mignon, Vice Chair District 4 – Ms. Kelly Barrera District 5 – Mr. Patrick Canan, Chair School Board meetings are held on the second Tuesday at 9 a.m. at the School Board Administration Building at 40 Orange Street, unless otherwise posted. Workshops are held at 9 a.m. on the first and fourth Tuesday of the month as needed. The SJCSB has earned the designation of Master Board. School Calendar View our calendar for the 2021-2022 school year. Contact Us For additional information contact: Christina Langston, Chief of Community Relations St. Johns County School District 40 Orange Street St. Augustine, Florida 32084 Phone: (904) 547-7504 Fax: (904) 547-7523 Christina.Langston@stjohns.k12.fl.us The St. Johns County School District is an equal opportunity employer. www.stjohns.k12.fl.us Updated 8.24.21 St. Johns County School District 40 Orange Street St. Augustine, FL 32084 (904) 547-7500 Contact Us Map & Directions A-Z Index|Disclaimer Notice Accessibility Options Show Accessibility Menu Report a Website Accessibility Issue Accessibility Statement Translate this web page Selecteer een taal Nederlands Afrikaans Albanees Amharisch Arabisch Armeens Azerbeidzjaans Baskisch Bengaals Birmaans Bosnisch Bulgaars Catalaans Cebuano Chichewa Chinees (traditioneel) Chinees (vereenvoudigd) Corsicaans Deens Duits Esperanto Ests Fins Frans Fries Galicisch Georgisch Grieks Gujarati Haïtiaans Creools Hausa Hawaïaans Hebreeuws Hindi Hmong Hongaars Iers Igbo IJslands Indonesisch Italiaans Japans Javaans Jiddisch Kannada Kazachs Khmer Kinyarwanda Kirgizisch Koerdisch Koreaans Kroatisch Lao Latijn Lets Litouws Luxemburgs Macedonisch Malagasi Malayalam Maleis Maltees Maori Marathi Mongools Nepalees Noors Odia (Oriya) Oeigoers Oekraïens Oezbeeks Pashto Perzisch Pools Portugees Punjabi Roemeens Russisch Samoaans Schots Keltisch Servisch Sesotho Shona Sindhi Sinhala Slovaaks Sloveens Soendanees Somalisch Spaans Swahili Tadzjieks Tagalog Tamil Tataars Telugu Thai Tsjechisch Turkmeens Turks Urdu Vietnamees Wels Wit-Russisch Xhosa Yoruba Zoeloe Zweeds Mogelijk gemaakt door Translate © 2021 St. Johns County School District Log In