Best Schools in Green Cove Springs, Florida
12 schools · 3 Elementary · 2 Middle · 3 High · 4 Other
Choosing a school in Green Cove Springs?
Use this page to compare every school in Green Cove Springs by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Charles E. Bennett Elementary School
Elementary · Clay. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Shadowlawn Elementary School
Elementary · Clay. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Lake Asbury Junior High School
Middle · Clay. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Green Cove Springs for 2026 are Charles E. Bennett Elementary School (8.4/10), Shadowlawn Elementary School (7.6/10), and Lake Asbury Junior High School (6.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
12
9 public · 3 private
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$292,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
12
9 public · 3 private
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$292,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 8.4/10 despite 77% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.7 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Green Cove Springs schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Green Cove Springs
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 rated schools; 12 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Charles E. Bennett Elementary School | 8.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Shadowlawn Elementary School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Lake Asbury Junior High School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Green Cove Springs Junior High School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 5 | Lake Asbury Elementary School | 5.1 / 10 |
| 6 | Clay High School | 4.7 / 10 |
| 7 | R. C. Bannerman Learning Center | 4.2 / 10 |
| 8 | Amikids Clay County | 3.9 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.8/10
- Median household income
- $80,698
- Median home value
- $292,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 31%
- Avg commute
- 33 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 82%
22% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Green Cove Springs compares
Florida rank
#233 of 286
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.5
below Florida avg (6.3)
Median household income
$81k
108% of Florida median
Schools in this city
9
Clay runs Green Cove Springs's public schools
9 public schools. Clay is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Green Cove Springs is a Clay school (9 of 9).
Among 8 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 3.9 to 8.4 — the spread is inside Green Cove Springs, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Green Cove Springs, Florida
Green Cove Springs, Florida serves families through 8 ranked public schools, with an average score of 7.0 out of 10 across the district. That puts the city in solid territory — half of its schools score 7 or higher, a meaningful threshold that separates competent from strong performers. The elementary tier is where the city shines brightest, with three of the top five schools serving grades K–5.
Shadowlawn Elementary leads the city at 8.9 out of 10, the highest-rated school in Green Cove Springs and a standout at any scale. Lake Asbury Elementary follows at 8.5, making the two top-ranked schools the clearest starting point for families with young children. Charles E. Bennett Elementary rounds out the elementary tier at 7.7, keeping the lower grades well above the city average. All three clear the 7-point mark, which means families with elementary-age kids have multiple strong options within the same city.
The middle and high school picture is more moderate. Lake Asbury Junior High scores 7.3 — above average and the strongest option at that level. R.C. Bannerman Learning Center represents the high school tier at 6.6, the lowest-rated school in the top five. The gap between the elementary and secondary tiers is real: parents who prioritize continuity should map which elementary feeders connect to which middle and high schools before committing to a neighborhood.
For practical planning, the concentration of strong performers in the elementary grades gives families with younger children the most options. The city's 50% rate of schools scoring 7 or better is a meaningful benchmark — it signals a district where above-average outcomes are achievable, not just possible in isolated pockets. Parents with middle or high school students will want to dig into school-level data more carefully, since the range narrows at those grades. Proximity to specific schools matters here; Green Cove Springs is compact enough that address-level zoning will likely determine access more than school choice policy.
Elementary Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 574 students · Pre-K–6th | 8.4 |
| 2 | 716 students · Pre-K–6th | 7.6 |
| 3 | 849 students · Pre-K–6th | 5.1 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 994 students · 7th–8th | 6.6 |
| 2 | 792 students · 7th–8th | 6.5 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,706 students · 9th–12th | 4.7 |
| 2 | 213 students · 6th–12th | 4.2 |
| 3 | 43 students · 6th–12th | 3.9 |
Other Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 11 students · Pre-K–12th | — | ||
Private Schools3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Springs Academy Inc.Private 156 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | 13 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | Seamark RanchPrivate 23 students · 3rd–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Green Cove Springs
Green Cove Springs, Florida · 12 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$80,698
Median Home Value
$292,300
Median Rent
$1,370/mo
Population
33,592
College Educated
31%
Homeownership
82%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Community Profile
Green Cove Springs has a median household income of $80,698. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $292,300, with a median rent of $1,370/month. The local poverty rate of 7.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Florida
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 3
- Other
- 4
Resources
School District
Other Major Cities in Florida
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Green Cove Springs, Florida
How many schools are in Green Cove Springs, Florida?
Green Cove Springs has 12 schools, including 9 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Green Cove Springs, Florida?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Green Cove Springs is 5.8 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Green Cove Springs, Florida?
The top-ranked school in Green Cove Springs on MySchoolScout is Charles E. Bennett Elementary School with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Green Cove Springs, Florida?
The top-ranked elementary school in Green Cove Springs on MySchoolScout is Charles E. Bennett Elementary School with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Green Cove Springs, Florida?
The top-ranked middle school in Green Cove Springs on MySchoolScout is Lake Asbury Junior High School with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What is the best high school in Green Cove Springs, Florida?
The top-ranked high school in Green Cove Springs on MySchoolScout is Clay High School with a composite score of 4.7/10.
How many school districts serve Green Cove Springs, Florida?
Green Cove Springs is served by 1 school district: Clay.
What is the education level in Green Cove Springs, Florida?
According to Census data, 31% of adults in Green Cove Springs have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Green Cove Springs, Florida?
The median household income in Green Cove Springs is approximately $80,698 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Green Cove Springs, Florida?
Yes, Green Cove Springs has 3 private schools alongside 9 public schools. The top-rated private school is Springs Academy Inc. with a score of 5.6/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Green Cove Springs, Florida?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Green Cove Springs is 11.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Green Cove Springs, Florida?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Florida Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.