For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,188 students in 32224, FL (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,823 private students). 58% of all K-12 students in 32224, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 32224, FL are J. Allen Axson Elementary School, Chet's Creek Elementary School and River City Science Academy Intracoastal. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 32224 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 32224, FL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32224, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
J. Allen Axson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4763 Sutton Park Ct
Jacksonville, FL 32224
(904) 992-3600
Jacksonville, FL 32224
(904) 992-3600
Gr: PK-5 | 493 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #22.
Chet's Creek Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
13200 Chets Creek Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32224
(904) 992-6390
Jacksonville, FL 32224
(904) 992-6390
Gr: PK-5 | 1,079 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #33.
River City Science Academy Intracoastal
Charter School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2002 San Pablo Rd S
Jacksonville, FL 32224
(904) 855-8010
Jacksonville, FL 32224
(904) 855-8010
Gr: K-8 | 814 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #44.
Alimacani Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2051 San Pablo Rd S
Jacksonville, FL 32224
(904) 221-7101
Jacksonville, FL 32224
(904) 221-7101
Gr: PK-5 | 802 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 32224, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 32224, FL include J. Allen Axson Elementary School, Chet's Creek Elementary School and River City Science Academy Intracoastal.
How many public schools are located in 32224?
4 public schools are located in 32224.
What percentage of students in 32224 go to public school?
58% of all K-12 students in 32224 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 32224?
32224 public schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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