For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,114 students in 32254, FL (there are 5 private schools, serving 539 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 32254, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 32254, FL are Paxon School/advanced Studies, James Weldon Johnson College Preparatory Middle School and Pickett Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 32254 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 32254, FL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32254, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Paxon School/advanced Studies
Magnet School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3239 Norman E Thagard Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 693-7583
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 693-7583
Gr: 9-12 | 1,278 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #22.
James Weldon Johnson College Preparatory Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3276 Norman E Thagard Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 693-7600
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 693-7600
Gr: 6-8 | 980 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #33.
Pickett Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6305 Old Kings Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 693-7555
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 693-7555
Gr: K-5 | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #44.
Pinedale Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4228 Dignan St
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 381-7490
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 381-7490
Gr: PK-5 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #55.
Biltmore Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2101 W Palm Ave
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 693-7969
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 693-7969
Gr: PK-5 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #66.
Reynolds Lane Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
840 Reynolds Ln
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 381-3960
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 381-3960
Gr: PK-5 | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #77.
Annie R. Morgan Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
964 Saint Clair St
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 381-3970
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 381-3970
Gr: K-5 | 192 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #88.
Palm Avenue Excep. Student Center
Special Education School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1301 W Palm Ave
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 693-7516
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 693-7516
Gr: 6-12 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #99.
Kipp Jacksonville K-12
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1440 Mcduff Ave N
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 683-6643
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 683-6643
Gr: K-12 | 1,452 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 32254, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 32254, FL include Paxon School/advanced Studies, James Weldon Johnson College Preparatory Middle School and Pickett Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 32254?
9 public schools are located in 32254.
What percentage of students in 32254 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 32254 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 32254?
32254 public schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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