For the 2025 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 7,031 students in 32257, FL (there are 5 private schools, serving 441 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 32257, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 32257, FL are River City Science Academy At Mandarin, Mandarin Oaks Elementary School and Seaside Community Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 32257 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 32257, FL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32257, FL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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: #33.
Seaside Community Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10850 Old St Augustine Road
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(904) 619-3933
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(904) 619-3933
Grades: K-8
| 524 students
Rank: #44.
Duval Charter School At Mandarin
Charter School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5209 Shad Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(904) 440-2901
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(904) 440-2901
Grades: K-8
| 871 students
Rank: #55.
Mandarin Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5100 Hood Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(904) 292-0555
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(904) 292-0555
Grades: 6-8
| 1,143 students
Rank: #66.
Beauclerc Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4555 Craven Rd W
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(904) 739-5226
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(904) 739-5226
Grades: PK-5
| 654 students
Rank: #77.
Crown Point Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3800 Crown Point Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(904) 260-5808
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(904) 260-5808
Grades: PK-5
| 807 students
Rank: #88.
San Jose Primary School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4072 Sunbeam Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(904) 425-1723
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(904) 425-1723
Grades: K-5
| 254 students
Rank: #99.
San Jose Prep
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4072 Sunbeam Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(904) 425-1725
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(904) 425-1725
Grades: 6-12
| 637 students
Rank: #1010.
San Jose Cyber
Charter School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4131 Sunbeam Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(904) 750-5355
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(904) 750-5355
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Jacksonville Classical Academy East
Charter School
3030 Hartley Road, Suite 310
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(239) 287-6287
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(239) 287-6287
Grades: K-12
| 213 students
Rank: n/an/a
Seventh Generation Classical At Mandarin
Charter School
10679 Old St Augustine Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(904) 379-8097
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(904) 379-8097
Grades: K-3
| n/a students
32257, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4072 Sunbeam Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(904) 425-1725
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(904) 425-1725
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 32257, FL?
The top ranked public schools in 32257, FL include River City Science Academy At Mandarin, Mandarin Oaks Elementary School and Seaside Community Charter School.
How many public schools are located in 32257?
12 public schools are located in 32257.
What percentage of students in 32257 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 32257 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 32257?
32257 public schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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