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Best 32259 Florida Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 17,929 students in 32259, FL (there are 6 private schools, serving 718 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 32259, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 32259, FL are Durbin Creek Elementary School, Julington Creek Elementary School and Patriot Oaks Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 32259 have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 32259, FL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Best 32259, FL Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Durbin Creek Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
4100 Race Track Rd
Saint Johns, FL 32259
(904) 547-3880
Gr: PK-5 | 1,090 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Julington Creek Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
2316 Race Track Rd
Saint Johns, FL 32259
(904) 547-7980
Gr: PK-5 | 923 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
Patriot Oaks Academy
(Math: 82% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
475 Longleaf Pine Pkwy
Saint Johns, FL 32259
(904) 547-4050
Gr: K-8 | 1,473 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #44.
Creekside High School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
100 Knights Ln
Saint Johns, FL 32259
(904) 547-7300
Gr: 8-12 | 2,479 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #55.
Fruit Cove Middle School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
3180 Race Track Rd
Saint Johns, FL 32259
(904) 547-7880
Gr: 6-8 | 1,157 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #66.
Freedom Crossing Academy
(Math: 79% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1365 Shetland Dr
Saint Johns, FL 32259
(904) 547-4231
Gr: K-8 | 1,964 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #77.
Liberty Pines Academy
(Math: 79% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
10901 Russell Sampson Rd
Saint Johns, FL 32259
(904) 547-7900
Gr: K-8 | 1,795 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #88.
Switzerland Point Middle School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
777 Greenbriar Rd
Saint Johns, FL 32259
(904) 547-8650
Gr: 6-8 | 1,282 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #99.
Hickory Creek Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
235 Hickory Creek Trl
Saint Johns, FL 32259
(904) 547-7450
Gr: PK-5 | 669 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #1010.
Cunningham Creek Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1205 Roberts Rd
Saint Johns, FL 32259
(904) 547-7860
Gr: PK-5 | 730 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #1111.
Bartram Trail High School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
7399 Longleaf Pine Pkwy
Saint Johns, FL 32259
(904) 547-8340
Gr: 8-12 | 2,153 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: n/an/a
Beachside High School
200 Great Barracuda Way
Saint Johns, FL 32259
(904) 547-4402
Gr: 8-12 | 2,214 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 38%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 32259, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 32259, FL include Durbin Creek Elementary School, Julington Creek Elementary School and Patriot Oaks Academy.
How many public schools are located in 32259?
12 public schools are located in 32259.
What percentage of students in 32259 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 32259 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 32259?
32259 public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

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