JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Duval County Public Schools has earned an “A” district grade for the second consecutive year, according to newly released school accountability results from the Florida Department of Education.
District officials said the achievement is particularly noteworthy because it was earned under more rigorous state grading standards that required additional points to receive the state’s highest rating.
“This ‘A’ grade reflects the extraordinary work happening across Team Duval every day,” Superintendent Dr. Christopher Bernier said. “Our students, teachers, administrators, support staff, families, and School Board members rose to meet higher expectations, and together we proved that excellence isn’t a one-time accomplishment—it’s something we continue to build upon.”…