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Best Public Elementary Schools in 32216 (Jacksonville, FL) (2026)
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Best 32216 Florida Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 4,750 students in 32216, FL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 32216, FL are River City Science Elementary Academy, River City Science Academy and Holiday Hill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 32216 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 32216, FL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Best 32216, FL Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
River City Science Elementary Academy
Charter School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
7450 Beach Blvd
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:
10/
10
Top 10%
7565 Beach Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 855-8010
Gr: 6-12 | 991 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Holiday Hill Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
6900 Altama Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 720-1676
Gr: PK-5 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #44.
Greenfield Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
6343 Knights Ln N
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 739-5249
Gr: PK-5 | 570 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #55.
Youth Development Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3015 Parental Home Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 725-6662
Gr: K-12 | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #66.
Love Grove Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2446 University Blvd S
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 720-1645
Gr: PK-5 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #77.
Hogan-spring Glen Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
6736 Beach Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 720-1640
Gr: PK-5 | 435 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #88.
Southside Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2948 Knights Ln E
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 739-5238
Gr: 6-8 | 805 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #99.
Duval Charter Scholars Academy
Charter School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
100 Scholars Way
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 724-1536
Gr: K-8 | 501 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 32216 Florida

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
Gr: 6-12 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 33%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 32216, FL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 32216, FL include River City Science Elementary Academy, River City Science Academy and Holiday Hill Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 32216?
10 public elementary schools are located in 32216.
What is the racial composition of students in 32216?
32216 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

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