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Best 32209 Florida Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 15 public elementary schools serving 5,639 students in 32209, FL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 32209, FL are Darnell Cookman Middle/high School, R. V. Daniels Elementary School and John E. Ford K-8 School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 32209 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 32209, FL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Best 32209, FL Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Darnell Cookman Middle/high School
Magnet School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1701 N Davis St
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 630-6805
Gr: 6-12 | 1,068 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #22.
R. V. Daniels Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1951 W 15th St
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 630-6872
Gr: K-5 | 121 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
John E. Ford K-8 School
Magnet School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1137 Cleveland St
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 630-6540
Gr: PK-8 | 631 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #44.
George Washington Carver Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2854 W 45th St
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 924-3122
Gr: PK-5 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
Rufus E. Payne Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
6725 Hema Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 924-3020
Gr: PK-5 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #66.
Susie E. Tolbert Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1925 W 13th St
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 630-6860
Gr: 3-5 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #77.
Mt. Herman Ese Center
Special Education School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1741 Francis St
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 630-6740
Gr: PK-12 | 132 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #88.
Tiger Academy
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
6079 Bagley Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 309-6840
Gr: K-5 | 198 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
Rank: #99.
Smart Pope Livingston Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 15% )
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1128 Barber St
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 630-6580
Gr: PK-3 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #1010.
Hospital And Homebound
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1128 Barber St
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 348-5191
Gr: K-12 | 94 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #1111.
Northwestern Legends Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2100 W 45th St
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 924-3100
Gr: PK-5 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1212.
Kipp V.o.i.c.e Academy
Charter School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
813 Golfar Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 895-7878
Gr: K-8 | 898 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1313.
Young Mens/womens Leadership Academy At Eugene J Butler
Magnet School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
900 Acorn St
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 630-6900
Gr: 6-8 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: n/an/a
The Bridge To Success Academy Middle School
Alternative School
5443 Moncrief Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 924-3035
Gr: 4-8 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: n/an/a
Grand Park Career Center
Alternative School
2335 W 18th St
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 630-6894
Gr: 6-12 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 32209, FL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 32209, FL include Darnell Cookman Middle/high School, R. V. Daniels Elementary School and John E. Ford K-8 School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 32209?
15 public elementary schools are located in 32209.
What is the racial composition of students in 32209?
32209 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

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