For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,483 students in 32205, FL (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,063 private students). 76% of all K-12 students in 32205, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 32205, FL are Fishweir Elementary School, Ruth N. Upson Elementary School and West Riverside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 32205 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 32205, FL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32205, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fishweir Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3977 Herschel St
Jacksonville, FL 32205
(904) 381-3910
Jacksonville, FL 32205
(904) 381-3910
Gr: PK-5 | 442 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Ruth N. Upson Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1090 Dancy St
Jacksonville, FL 32205
(904) 381-7485
Jacksonville, FL 32205
(904) 381-7485
Gr: PK-5 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
West Riverside Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2801 Herschel St
Jacksonville, FL 32205
(904) 381-3900
Jacksonville, FL 32205
(904) 381-3900
Gr: PK-5 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #44.
Riverside High School
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1200 S Mcduff Ave
Jacksonville, FL 32205
(904) 381-3930
Jacksonville, FL 32205
(904) 381-3930
Gr: 9-12 | 1,638 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #55.
Ramona Boulevard Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5540 Ramona Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32205
(904) 693-7576
Jacksonville, FL 32205
(904) 693-7576
Gr: K-5 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #66.
Hyde Park Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5300 Park St
Jacksonville, FL 32205
(904) 381-3950
Jacksonville, FL 32205
(904) 381-3950
Gr: 3-5 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #77.
Wayman Academy Of The Arts
Charter School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1176 Labelle St
Jacksonville, FL 32205
(904) 695-9995
Jacksonville, FL 32205
(904) 695-9995
Gr: K-5 | 153 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 32205, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 32205, FL include Fishweir Elementary School, Ruth N. Upson Elementary School and West Riverside Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 32205?
7 public schools are located in 32205.
What percentage of students in 32205 go to public school?
76% of all K-12 students in 32205 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 32205?
32205 public schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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