For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public charter schools serving 2,071 students in 32216, FL.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 32216, FL are River City Science Elementary Academy, River City Science Academy and Duval Charter Scholars Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 32216 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Florida public charter school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 59% statewide average). Charter schools in 32216, FL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Florida public charter school average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32216, FL Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
River City Science Elementary Academy
Charter School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7450 Beach Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 855-8010
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 855-8010
Gr: K-5 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
River City Science Academy
Charter School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7565 Beach Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 855-8010
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 855-8010
Gr: 6-12 | 991 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Duval Charter Scholars Academy
Charter School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
100 Scholars Way
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 724-1536
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 724-1536
Gr: K-8 | 501 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
32216, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Gateway Community Services (Closed 2024)
Alternative School
3747 Belfort Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 646-4889
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 646-4889
Gr: 6-12 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 32216, FL?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 32216, FL include River City Science Elementary Academy, River City Science Academy and Duval Charter Scholars Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 32216?
3 public charter schools are located in 32216.
What is the racial composition of students in 32216?
32216 public charter schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Florida public charter schools average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
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