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Best Nassau County Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 22 public schools serving 12,746 students in Nassau County, FL (there are 8 private schools, serving 951 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in Nassau County, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in Nassau County, FL are Hilliard Elementary School, Bryceville Elementary School and Wildlight Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Nassau County, FL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Nassau County have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Nassau County (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hilliard Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
27568 Ohio St
Hilliard, FL 32046
(904) 845-4471
Gr: PK-5 | 687 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Bryceville Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
6504 Church Ave
Bryceville, FL 32009
(904) 266-9241
Gr: K-5 | 197 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
Wildlight Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
550 Curiosity Ave
Yulee, FL 32097
(904) 225-3053
Gr: PK-5 | 1,181 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #44.
Callahan Intermediate School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
34586 Ball Park Rd
Callahan, FL 32011
(904) 879-1114
Gr: 3-5 | 586 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #55.
Callahan Middle School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
450121 Old Dixie Hwy
Callahan, FL 32011
(904) 879-3606
Gr: 6-8 | 704 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #66.
Yulee Middle School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
85439 Miner Rd
Yulee, FL 32097
(904) 225-5116
Gr: 6-8 | 1,174 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #77.
Emma Love Hardee Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2200 Susan Dr
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 321-5974
Gr: 3-5 | 639 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #88.
Yulee Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
86063 Felmor Rd
Yulee, FL 32097
(904) 225-5192
Gr: 3-5 | 589 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #99.
Fernandina Beach Middle School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
315 Citrona Dr
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 321-5867
Gr: 6-8 | 721 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #1010.
Hilliard Middle-senior High School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1 Flashes Ave
Hilliard, FL 32046
(904) 845-2171
Gr: 6-12 | 773 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #1111.
Fernandina Beach High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
435 Citrona Dr
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 261-5713
Gr: 9-12 | 978 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #1212.
Nassau Virtual Franchise
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1201 Atlantic Ave
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 491-9913
Gr: K-12 | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #1313.
West Nassau County High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1 Warrior Dr
Callahan, FL 32011
(904) 879-3461
Gr: 9-12 | 923 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #1414.
Yulee High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
85375 Miner Rd
Yulee, FL 32097
(904) 225-8641
Gr: 5-12 | 1,486 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #1515.
Nassau Virtual Instruction Program
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1201 Atlantic Ave
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 491-9886
Gr: K-12
Rank: n/an/a
Callahan Elementary School
449618 Us Highway 301
Callahan, FL 32011
(904) 879-2121
Gr: PK-2 | 614 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: n/an/a
Contracted Residential Services
Special Education School
1201 Atlantic Ave
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 491-9900
Gr: 9-11
Rank: n/an/a
Nassau Adult And Career Center
Vocational School
1201 Atlantic Ave
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 548-1750
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Nassau County Community School
Alternative School
1201 Atlantic Ave
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 491-9883
Gr: 6-12 | 76 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: n/an/a
Nassau Virtual Instruction Program (District Provided)
1201 Atlantic Ave
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 491-9913
Gr: K-12
Rank: n/an/a
Southside Elementary School
1112 Jasmine St
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 321-5870
Gr: PK-2 | 591 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: n/an/a
Yulee Primary School
86426 Goodbread Rd
Yulee, FL 32097
(904) 225-9711
Gr: PK-2 | 582 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 29%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Nassau County, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in Nassau County, FL include Hilliard Elementary School, Bryceville Elementary School and Wildlight Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Nassau County?
22 public schools are located in Nassau County.
What percentage of students in Nassau County go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in Nassau County are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in Nassau County?
Nassau County public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Nassau County are often viewed compared to one another?

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