For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,856 students in 32226, FL (there are 2 private schools, serving 48 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 32226, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 32226, FL are New Berlin Elementary School, Louis S. Sheffield Elementary School and Duval Charter School At Coastal. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 32226 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 32226, FL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32226, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
New Berlin Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3613 New Berlin Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32226
(904) 714-4601
Jacksonville, FL 32226
(904) 714-4601
Gr: K-5 | 1,118 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
Louis S. Sheffield Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
13333 Lanier Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32226
(904) 696-8758
Jacksonville, FL 32226
(904) 696-8758
Gr: K-5 | 656 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #33.
Duval Charter School At Coastal
Charter School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
12800 Beach Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32226
(904) 512-6757
Jacksonville, FL 32226
(904) 512-6757
Gr: K-8 | 1,082 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 32226, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 32226, FL include New Berlin Elementary School, Louis S. Sheffield Elementary School and Duval Charter School At Coastal.
How many public schools are located in 32226?
3 public schools are located in 32226.
What percentage of students in 32226 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 32226 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 32226?
32226 public schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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