For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 5,277 students in 32216, FL (there are , serving 1,712 private students). 76% of all K-12 students in 32216, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 32216, FL are River City Science Elementary Academy, River City Science Academy and Holiday Hill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 32216 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 32216, FL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32216, FL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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: #33.
Holiday Hill Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6900 Altama Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 720-1676
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 720-1676
Grades: PK-5
| 514 students
Rank: #44.
Greenfield Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6343 Knights Ln N
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 739-5249
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 739-5249
Grades: PK-5
| 585 students
Rank: #55.
Youth Development Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3015 Parental Home Road
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 725-6662
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 725-6662
Grades: K-12
| 24 students
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Hogan-spring Glen Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6736 Beach Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 720-1640
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 720-1640
Grades: PK-5
| 447 students
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Love Grove Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2446 University Blvd S
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 720-1645
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 720-1645
Grades: PK-5
| 383 students
Rank: #88.
Duval Charter Scholars Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
100 Scholars Way
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 724-1536
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 724-1536
Grades: K-8
| 473 students
Rank: #99.
Southside Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2948 Knights Ln E
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 739-5238
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 739-5238
Grades: 6-8
| 814 students
Rank: n/an/a
River City Science Academy Southeast
Charter School
7565 Beach Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 855-8010
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 855-8010
Grades: K-8
| 465 students
32216, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3725 Belfort Road
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 296-1055
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 296-1055
Grades: K-12
| 39 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
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
River City Science Academy Southeast (Closed 2023)
Charter School
7565 Beach Boulevard
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 390-2000
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 390-2000
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
1824 Dean Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 864-6141
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 864-6141
Grades: 9-11
| 45 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 32216, FL?
The top ranked public schools in 32216, FL include River City Science Elementary Academy, River City Science Academy and Holiday Hill Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 32216?
10 public schools are located in 32216.
What percentage of students in 32216 go to public school?
76% of all K-12 students in 32216 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 32216?
32216 public schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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