For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 5,277 students in 32216, FL.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 32216 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 32216, FL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Florida public elementary school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32216, FL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
River City Science Elementary Academy
Charter School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7450 Beach Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 855-8010
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 855-8010
Gr: K-5 | 583 students Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
River City Science Academy
Charter School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7565 Beach Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 855-8010
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 855-8010
Gr: 6-12 | 989 students Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Holiday Hill Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6900 Altama Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 720-1676
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 720-1676
Gr: PK-5 | 514 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #44.
Greenfield Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6343 Knights Ln N
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 739-5249
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 739-5249
Gr: PK-5 | 585 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
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
Gr: K-12 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #66.
Love Grove Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2446 University Blvd S
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 720-1645
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 720-1645
Gr: PK-5 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #77.
Hogan-spring Glen Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6736 Beach Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 720-1640
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 720-1640
Gr: PK-5 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #88.
Southside Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2948 Knights Ln E
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 739-5238
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 739-5238
Gr: 6-8 | 814 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #99.
Duval Charter Scholars Academy
Charter School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
100 Scholars Way
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 724-1536
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 724-1536
Gr: K-8 | 473 students Minority enrollment: 89%
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
Gr: K-8 | 465 students Student-teacher ratio: 465:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
32216, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3725 Belfort Road
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 296-1055
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 296-1055
Gr: K-12 | 39 students Minority enrollment: 33%
Gateway Community Services (Closed 2024)
Alternative School
3747 Belfort Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 646-4889
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 646-4889
Gr: 6-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Jacksonville Youth Center (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
202 Century 21 Dr
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 724-6488
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 724-6488
Gr: 6-12 | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
River City Science Academy Southeast (Closed 2023)
Charter School
7565 Beach Boulevard
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 390-2000
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 390-2000
1824 Dean Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 864-6141
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 864-6141
Gr: 9-11 | 45 students Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 32216, FL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 32216, FL include River City Science Elementary Academy, River City Science Academy and Holiday Hill Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 32216?
10 public elementary schools are located in 32216.
What is the racial composition of students in 32216?
32216 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Florida public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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