For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,650 students in 32217, FL (there are 5 private schools, serving 2,810 private students). 58% of all K-12 students in 32217, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 32217, FL are Samuel W. Wolfson High School, Duval Virtual Academy Franchise and Kings Trail Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 32217 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 32217, FL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32217, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Samuel W. Wolfson High School
Magnet School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7000 Powers Ave
Jacksonville, FL 32217
(904) 739-5265
Jacksonville, FL 32217
(904) 739-5265
Gr: 9-12 | 1,007 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Duval Virtual Academy Franchise
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7000 Powers Ave
Jacksonville, FL 32217
(904) 390-2819
Jacksonville, FL 32217
(904) 390-2819
Gr: 6-12
Rank: #33.
Kings Trail Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7401 Old Kings Rd S
Jacksonville, FL 32217
(904) 739-5254
Jacksonville, FL 32217
(904) 739-5254
Gr: PK-5 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #44.
Duval Virtual Instruction Academy
(Math: 18% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1701 Prudential Dr
Jacksonville, FL 32217
(904) 390-2037
Jacksonville, FL 32217
(904) 390-2037
Gr: K-12 | 738 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #55.
Alfred I. Dupont Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2710 Dupont Ave
Jacksonville, FL 32217
(904) 739-5200
Jacksonville, FL 32217
(904) 739-5200
Gr: 6-8 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: n/an/a
7000 Powers Ave
Jacksonville, FL 32217
(904) 390-2819
Jacksonville, FL 32217
(904) 390-2819
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 32217, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 32217, FL include Samuel W. Wolfson High School, Duval Virtual Academy Franchise and Kings Trail Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 32217?
6 public schools are located in 32217.
What percentage of students in 32217 go to public school?
58% of all K-12 students in 32217 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 32217?
32217 public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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