Best 32277 Florida Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 900 students in 32277, FL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 32277, FL are Fort Caroline Middle School and Grasp Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 32277 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 32277, FL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public middle school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

Best 32277, FL Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fort Caroline Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3787 University Club Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32277
(904) 745-4927
Gr: 6-8 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Grasp Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3101 Justina Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32277
(904) 745-4909
Gr: PK-8 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: n/an/a
Jacksonville Classical Academy East
Charter School
5900 Fort Caroline Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32277
(904) 302-9052
Gr: K-7 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 67%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 32277, FL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 32277, FL include Fort Caroline Middle School and Grasp Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 32277?
3 public middle schools are located in 32277.
What is the racial composition of students in 32277?
32277 public middle schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public middle schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

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