Best 32221 Florida Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,887 students in 32221, FL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 32221, FL is Joseph Stilwell Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 32221 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 32221, FL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public middle school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

Best 32221, FL Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Joseph Stilwell Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
7840 Burma Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32221
(904) 693-7523
Gr: 6-8 | 489 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: n/an/a
11770 Sam Caruso Way
Jacksonville, FL 32221
(904) 390-2000
Gr: 6-8 | 1,190 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: n/an/a
San Jose Early College At Cecil
Charter School
13520 Fscj Cecil Dr
Jacksonville, FL 32221
(904) 337-4090
Gr: 6-12 | 208 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 70%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 32221, FL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 32221, FL include Joseph Stilwell Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 32221?
3 public middle schools are located in 32221.
What is the racial composition of students in 32221?
32221 public middle schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public middle schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

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