The Discovery School

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked FL School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
  • Enrollment: 308 students
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

The Discovery School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1990
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details

Student Body

Total Students
308 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
12%
State avg.: 46%
Students by Grade
The Discovery School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
43%
Average Class Size
16 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Uniform

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition ranges from $10,760 - $17,950
% on Financial Aid
8%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$4,778
Admissions Director
Nita Hurley
Admissions Associate
Meghan Devlin

Sports

Total Sports Offered
2 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Robotics

Arts and Music Programs:
Art Club, Theater Arts and Design

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Athletic Programs, Yoga

School Notes

  • The Discovery School provides a unique, progressive program that begins with the Montessori philosophy with our youngest learners that later transitions into elementary to our inquiry-based environment International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme. The Middle School Program prepares adolescents by fostering thoughtful decision-making and critical thinking skills for the journey ahead by holding high expectations in a low-pressure setting.
  • Discovery School graduates are...
    • Explorers pursuing their passions
    • Spirited and reflective risk-takers
    • Peacemakers
    • Resourceful and perseverant innovators
    • Leaders who inspire others to discover and act on what is possible
    • Responsible, courageous world citizens
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

Does The Discovery School offer a summer program?
Yes, The Discovery School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does The Discovery School offer?
The Discovery School offers 2 interscholastic sports: Basketball and Soccer.
What is The Discovery School's ranking?
The Discovery School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for The Discovery School?
The application deadline for The Discovery School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
What neighborhood is The Discovery School located?
The Discovery School is located in the The Beaches neighborhood of Jacksonville Beach, FL. There are 4 other private schools located in The Beaches.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked FL School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
  • Enrollment: 308 students
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Duval County, FL is $9,815 for elementary schools and $10,474 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Duval County, FL is 87% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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