For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,345 students in 32208, FL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 32208, FL are Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School, Sallye B. Mathis Elementary School and North Shore Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 32208 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 32208, FL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public elementary school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32208, FL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4346 Roanoke Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 924-3077
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 924-3077
Gr: PK-5 | 749 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Sallye B. Mathis Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3501 Winton Dr
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 924-3086
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 924-3086
Gr: PK-5 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
North Shore Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5701 Silver Plz
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 924-3081
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 924-3081
Gr: PK-5 | 665 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #44.
Jean Ribault Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3610 Ribault Scenic Dr
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 924-3062
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 924-3062
Gr: 6-8 | 557 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
Becoming Collegiate Academy
Charter School
5258-03 Norwood Ave
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 465-2799
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 465-2799
Gr: K-4 | 165 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Idea Bassett
Charter School
1845 Bassett Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 821-7717
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 821-7717
Gr: K-12 | 826 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
32208, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Daniel Payne Academy Charter (Closed 2006)
Charter School
5430 Norwood Avenue
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 766-2222
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 766-2222
Gr: 6-8 | 179 students Minority enrollment: 96%
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
Gr: K-5 | 237 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
5258 Norwood Avenue
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 764-5755
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 764-5755
Gr: 6-8 | 161 students Minority enrollment: 98%
1527 Gandy Street
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 924-9171
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 924-9171
Gr: K-5 | 106 students Minority enrollment: 99%
901 Kennard St
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 924-3024
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 924-3024
Gr: PK-5 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
580 Lawton Ave
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 924-3000
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 924-3000
Gr: PK-5 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
1410 W Edgewood Ave
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 390-2115
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 390-2115
8801 Lake Placid Dr E
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 924-3027
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 924-3027
Gr: PK-5 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
6720 Norwood Ave
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 924-3040
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 924-3040
Gr: PK-5 | 197 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
4819 Soutel Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 469-8195
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 469-8195
Gr: 6-8 | 135 students Minority enrollment: 99%
4819 Soutel Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 469-8195
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 469-8195
Gr: 9-12 | 64 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 32208, FL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 32208, FL include Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School, Sallye B. Mathis Elementary School and North Shore Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 32208?
6 public elementary schools are located in 32208.
What is the racial composition of students in 32208?
32208 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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