For the 2025 school year, there are 212 public schools serving 131,015 students in Duval County, FL (there are 161 private schools, serving 31,344 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in Duval County, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in Duval County, FL are Jacksonville Beach Elementary School, Stanton College Preparatory and John Stockton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Duval County, FL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Duval County have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Duval County (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jacksonville Beach Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: ≥99% | Reading: 97%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
315 10th St S
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
(904) 247-5942
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
(904) 247-5942
Grades: K-5
| 626 students
Rank: #22.
Stanton College Preparatory
Magnet School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1149 W 13th St
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 630-6760
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 630-6760
Grades: 9-12
| 1,283 students
Rank: #33.
John Stockton Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 93% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4827 Carlisle Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32210
(904) 381-3955
Jacksonville, FL 32210
(904) 381-3955
Grades: K-5
| 418 students
Rank: #44.
J. Allen Axson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4763 Sutton Park Ct
Jacksonville, FL 32224
(904) 992-3600
Jacksonville, FL 32224
(904) 992-3600
Grades: PK-5
| 468 students
Rank: #55.
Julia Landon College Preparatory & Leadership Development S
Magnet School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1819 Thacker Ave
Jacksonville, FL 32207
(904) 346-5650
Jacksonville, FL 32207
(904) 346-5650
Grades: 6-8
| 861 students
Rank: #66.
Hendricks Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3400 Hendricks Ave
Jacksonville, FL 32207
(904) 346-5610
Jacksonville, FL 32207
(904) 346-5610
Grades: K-5
| 627 students
Rank: #77.
Atlantic Beach Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
298 Sherry Dr
Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
(904) 247-5924
Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
(904) 247-5924
Grades: PK-5
| 502 students
Rank: #88.
River City Science Elementary Academy
Charter School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7450 Beach Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 855-8010
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 855-8010
Grades: K-5
| 583 students
Rank: #99.
James Weldon Johnson College Preparatory Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3276 Norman E Thagard Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 693-7600
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 693-7600
Grades: 6-8
| 957 students
Rank: #1010.
Douglas Anderson School Of The Arts
Magnet School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2445 San Diego Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32207
(904) 346-5620
Jacksonville, FL 32207
(904) 346-5620
Grades: 9-12
| 1,053 students
Rank: #1111.
Paxon School/advanced Studies
Magnet School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3239 Norman E Thagard Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 693-7583
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 693-7583
Grades: 9-12
| 1,285 students
Rank: #1212.
River City Science Academy
Charter School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7565 Beach Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 855-8010
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 855-8010
Grades: 6-12
| 989 students
Rank: #1313.
Chet's Creek Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
13200 Chets Creek Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32224
(904) 992-6390
Jacksonville, FL 32224
(904) 992-6390
Grades: K-5
| 1,090 students
Rank: #1414.
River City Science Academy At Mandarin
Charter School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
10911 Old St Augustine Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(904) 855-8010
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(904) 855-8010
Grades: K-8
| 903 students
Rank: #1515.
New Berlin Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3613 New Berlin Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32226
(904) 714-4601
Jacksonville, FL 32226
(904) 714-4601
Grades: PK-5
| 1,187 students
Rank: #1616.
Bartram Springs Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
14799 Bartram Springs Pkwy
Jacksonville, FL 32258
(904) 260-5860
Jacksonville, FL 32258
(904) 260-5860
Grades: PK-5
| 1,111 students
Rank: #1717.
San Pablo Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
801 18th Ave N
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
(904) 247-5947
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
(904) 247-5947
Grades: K-5
| 501 students
Rank: #1818.
Neptune Beach Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1515 Florida Blvd
Neptune Beach, FL 32266
(904) 247-5954
Neptune Beach, FL 32266
(904) 247-5954
Grades: PK-5
| 825 students
Rank: #1919.
Loretto Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3900 Loretto Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32223
(904) 260-5800
Jacksonville, FL 32223
(904) 260-5800
Grades: PK-5
| 1,030 students
Rank: #2020.
Cornerstone Classical Academy
Charter School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2360 St Johns Bluff Rd S
Jacksonville, FL 32246
(904) 469-8171
Jacksonville, FL 32246
(904) 469-8171
Grades: PK-12
| 858 students
Rank: #2121.
Lavilla School Of The Arts
Magnet School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
501 N Davis St
Jacksonville, FL 32202
(904) 633-6069
Jacksonville, FL 32202
(904) 633-6069
Grades: 6-8
| 993 students
Rank: #2222.
Fishweir Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3977 Herschel St
Jacksonville, FL 32205
(904) 381-3910
Jacksonville, FL 32205
(904) 381-3910
Grades: PK-5
| 487 students
Rank: #2323.
Seabreeze Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1400 Seabreeze Ave
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
(904) 247-5900
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
(904) 247-5900
Grades: K-5
| 509 students
Rank: #2424.
River City Science Academy Intracoastal
Charter School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2002 San Pablo Rd South
Jacksonville, FL 32224
(904) 855-8010
Jacksonville, FL 32224
(904) 855-8010
Grades: K-8
| 820 students
Rank: #2525.
San Mateo Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
600 Baisden Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32218
(904) 696-8750
Jacksonville, FL 32218
(904) 696-8750
Grades: PK-5
| 495 students
Rank: #2626.
Alimacani Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2051 San Pablo Rd S
Jacksonville, FL 32224
(904) 221-7101
Jacksonville, FL 32224
(904) 221-7101
Grades: PK-5
| 792 students
Rank: #2727.
Greenland Pines Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5050 Greenland Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32258
(904) 260-5450
Jacksonville, FL 32258
(904) 260-5450
Grades: PK-5
| 665 students
Rank: #2828.
Oak Hill Academy
Special Education School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6910 Daughtry Blvd S
Jacksonville, FL 32210
(904) 573-1030
Jacksonville, FL 32210
(904) 573-1030
Grades: PK-8
| 253 students
Rank: #2929.
Duval Charter At Baymeadows
Charter School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7510 Baymeadows Way
Jacksonville, FL 32256
(904) 638-7947
Jacksonville, FL 32256
(904) 638-7947
Grades: K-8
| 1,335 students
Rank: #3030.
Waterleaf Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
450 Kernan Blvd N
Jacksonville, FL 32225
(904) 565-8000
Jacksonville, FL 32225
(904) 565-8000
Grades: PK-5
| 675 students
Rank: #3131.
Kernan Trail Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2281 Kernan Blvd S
Jacksonville, FL 32246
(904) 220-1310
Jacksonville, FL 32246
(904) 220-1310
Grades: K-5
| 638 students
Rank: #3232.
Mandarin Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10600 Hornets Nest Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(904) 260-5820
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(904) 260-5820
Grades: PK-5
| 1,025 students
Rank: #3333.
Anchor Academy
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
555 Wonderwood Dr
Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
(904) 247-5996
Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
(904) 247-5996
Grades: PK-5
| 322 students
Rank: #3434.
Duval Charter School At Flagler Center
Charter School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12755 Flagler Center Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32258
(904) 899-1010
Jacksonville, FL 32258
(904) 899-1010
Grades: K-8
| 950 students
Rank: #35 - 3635. - 36.
Ruth N. Upson Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1090 Dancy St
Jacksonville, FL 32205
(904) 381-7485
Jacksonville, FL 32205
(904) 381-7485
Grades: PK-5
| 332 students
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Duval County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4441 Westconnett Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32210
(904) 696-6631
Jacksonville, FL 32210
(904) 696-6631
Grades: 6-12
| 299 students
Acclaim Academy Charter School Duval North (Closed 2016)
Charter School
2100 Dunn Ave
Jacksonville, FL 32218
(407) 909-6277
Jacksonville, FL 32218
(407) 909-6277
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
9000 Southside Blvd Bldg 900
Jacksonville, FL 32256
(904) 464-3895
Jacksonville, FL 32256
(904) 464-3895
Grades: K-5
| 168 students
Beulah Beal Young Parents Center (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
330 W 9th Street
Jacksonville, FL 32206
(904) 630-6853
Jacksonville, FL 32206
(904) 630-6853
Grades: PK-12
| 86 students
3750 Springfield Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32206
(904) 630-6630
Jacksonville, FL 32206
(904) 630-6630
Grades: K-5
| 265 students
2334 Butler Ave
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 924-3004
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 924-3004
Grades: PK-5
| 278 students
Catapult Academy (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
4604 Atlantic Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32207
(904) 306-0500
Jacksonville, FL 32207
(904) 306-0500
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
11770 Sam Caruso Way
Jacksonville, FL 32221
(904) 390-2000
Jacksonville, FL 32221
(904) 390-2000
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
7050 Melvin Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32210
(904) 573-1060
Jacksonville, FL 32210
(904) 573-1060
Grades: 6-8
| 964 students
3725 Belfort Road
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 296-1055
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 296-1055
Grades: K-12
| 39 students
Daniel Payne Academy Charter (Closed 2006)
Charter School
5430 Norwood Avenue
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 766-2222
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 766-2222
Grades: 6-8
| 179 students
5335 Ramona Boulevard
Jacksonville, FL 32205
(904) 781-4411
Jacksonville, FL 32205
(904) 781-4411
Grades: K-5
| 141 students
9143 Phillips Highway, Suite 5
Jacksonville, FL 32256
(863) 271-4300
Jacksonville, FL 32256
(863) 271-4300
Grades: K-11
| n/a students
Duval County Superintendent's Office (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
51701 Prudential Drive
Jacksonville, FL 32207
(904) 390-211
Jacksonville, FL 32207
(904) 390-211
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
2335 W 18th Street
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 798-4818
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 798-4818
Grades: K-12
| 19 students
7000 Powers Ave
Jacksonville, FL 32217
(904) 390-2037
Jacksonville, FL 32217
(904) 390-2037
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
900 Acorn St
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 630-6900
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 630-6900
Grades: 6-8
| 486 students
9951 Atlantic Blvd #319
Jacksonville, FL 32225
(904) 721-0035
Jacksonville, FL 32225
(904) 721-0035
Grades: K-8
| 945 students
9143 Phillips Hwy Ste 590
Jacksonville, FL 32256
(904) 247-3268
Jacksonville, FL 32256
(904) 247-3268
Grades: K-12
| 143 students
9143 Phillips Highway Ste 590,
Jacksonville, FL 32256
(904) 247-3268
Jacksonville, FL 32256
(904) 247-3268
Grades: K-12
| 138 students
9143 Phillips Highway Suite 59
Jacksonville, FL 32256
(904) 247-3268
Jacksonville, FL 32256
(904) 247-3268
Grades: K-12
| 373 students
9143 Philips Hwy Ste 590
Jacksonville, FL 32256
(904) 247-3268
Jacksonville, FL 32256
(904) 247-3268
Grades: K-11
| 128 students
Gateway Community Services (Closed 2024)
Alternative School
3747 Belfort Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 646-4889
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 646-4889
Grades: 6-12
| 14 students
2671 Huffman Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32224
(904) 646-4889
Jacksonville, FL 32224
(904) 646-4889
Grades: 6-12
| 30 students
Henry F. Kite Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Magnet School
9430 Lem Turner Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 924-3031
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 924-3031
Grades: K-5
| 237 students
5258 Norwood Avenue
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 764-5755
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 764-5755
Grades: 6-8
| 161 students
Idea Bassett (Closed 2023)
Charter School
1845 Bassett Road
Jacksonville, FL 32211
(904) 412-5160
Jacksonville, FL 32211
(904) 412-5160
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Idea River Bluff (Closed 2023)
Charter School
2354 University Blvd.n.
Jacksonville, FL 32211
(904) 412-5160
Jacksonville, FL 32211
(904) 412-5160
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
1221 E 16th Street
Jacksonville, FL 32206
(904) 630-6880
Jacksonville, FL 32206
(904) 630-6880
Grades: PK-5
| 353 students
5454 Arlington Expressway
Jacksonville, FL 32211
(904) 721-0133
Jacksonville, FL 32211
(904) 721-0133
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Jacksonville Youth Center (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
202 Century 21 Dr
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 724-6488
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 724-6488
Grades: 6-12
| 18 students
James Weldon Johnson Academic And Career Training Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1840 W 9th St
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 630-6640
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 630-6640
Grades: 6-8
| 418 students
1531 Winthrop St
Jacksonville, FL 32206
(904) 630-6790
Jacksonville, FL 32206
(904) 630-6790
Grades: K-2
| n/a students
3101 Justina Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32277
(904) 745-4909
Jacksonville, FL 32277
(904) 745-4909
Grades: PK-5
| 248 students
3816 N Main Street
Jacksonville, FL 32206
(904) 630-6950
Jacksonville, FL 32206
(904) 630-6950
Grades: 9-12
| 1,513 students
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Duval County, FL?
The top ranked public schools in Duval County, FL include Jacksonville Beach Elementary School, Stanton College Preparatory and John Stockton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Duval County?
212 public schools are located in Duval County.
What percentage of students in Duval County go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in Duval County are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Duval County?
Duval County public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Duval County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Duval County include: Jean Ribault High School vs. William M. Raines High School, William M. Raines High School vs. Jean Ribault High School, Enterprise Learning Academy vs. Chimney Lakes Elementary School
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