7.1 avg / 10

Best Schools in Jacksonville Beach, Florida

9 schools · 8 Elementary · 1 Middle

Last updated: July 2026

Public: 4

Private: 5

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 7.1/10

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Use this page to compare every school in Jacksonville Beach by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

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Elementary · Duval. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

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The short answer

The top-rated schools in Jacksonville Beach for 2026 are Jacksonville Beach Elementary School (8.8/10), San Pablo Elementary School (8.0/10), and Episcopal School of Jacksonville Beaches Campus (7.7/10), 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.

Top-Rated Schools in Jacksonville Beach

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 of 9). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

#	School	Rating	Level	Value	State %ile
1	Jacksonville Beach Elementary School	8.8 / 10	Elementary	—	93th
2	San Pablo Elementary School	8.0 / 10	Elementary	—	81th
3	Episcopal School of Jacksonville Beaches Campus	7.7 / 10	Elementary	—	90th
4	Seabreeze Elementary School	7.2 / 10	Elementary	—	68th
5	The Discovery School	7.1 / 10	Elementary	—	72th
6	Montessori Tides	6.8 / 10	Elementary	—	64th
7	Duncan U. Fletcher Middle School	6.3 / 10	Middle	—	51th
8	St Paul Catholic School - Jacksonville Beach	5.3 / 10	Elementary	—	21th

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Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 7.1/10
Median household income: $111,553
Median home value: $526,000
Bachelor's degree or higher: 54%
Avg commute: 23 min
Owner-occupied homes: 69%

How Jacksonville Beach compares

Florida rank

#52 of 280

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.9

above Florida avg (6.3)

Median household income

$112k

149% of Florida median

Schools in this city

8

About Schools in Jacksonville Beach, Florida

Jacksonville Beach, Florida is home to 9 schools, including 4 public schools and 5 private schools. The city's schools span 8 elementary schools, 1 middle school.

With an average rating of 7.1 out of 10, schools in Jacksonville Beach perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-performing school in Jacksonville Beach is Jacksonville Beach Elementary School with a composite score of 8.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Jacksonville Beach is served by 1 school district: DUVAL. These districts collectively serve 127,971 students.

Jacksonville Beach's community shows 54% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $111,553. The poverty rate in the area is 6.5%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Elementary Schools

8 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Jacksonville Beach Elementary School 626 students · Kindergarten–5th	626	Kindergarten–5th	8.8
2	San Pablo Elementary School 501 students · Kindergarten–5th	501	Kindergarten–5th	8.0
3	Seabreeze Elementary School 509 students · Kindergarten–5th	509	Kindergarten–5th	7.2
Private Schools 5 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	Episcopal School of Jacksonville Beaches Campus Private 99 students · Pre-K–5th	99	Pre-K–5th	7.7
2	The Discovery School Private 155 students · Pre-K–8th	155	Pre-K–8th	7.1
3	Montessori Tides Private 40 students · Pre-K–6th	40	Pre-K–6th	6.8
4	St Paul Catholic School - Jacksonville Beach Private 499 students · Pre-K–8th	499	Pre-K–8th	5.3
5	The Noble School Private 11 students · 5th–11th	11	5th–11th	—

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Duncan U. Fletcher Middle School 1,204 students · 6th–8th	1,204	6th–8th	6.3

Schools in Jacksonville Beach

Jacksonville Beach, Florida · 9 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$111,553

Median Home Value

$526,000

Median Rent

$1,805/mo

Population

28,738

College Educated

54%

Homeownership

69%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

6.5%

Community Profile

Jacksonville Beach has a median household income of $111,553. It is a well-educated community where 54% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $526,000, with a median rent of $1,805/month. The local poverty rate of 6.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State: Florida
Elementary: 8
Middle: 1

Resources

🔍 Google "Jacksonville Beach schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Jacksonville Beach 📊 Niche Jacksonville Beach Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools

School District

DUVAL

208 schools · 127,971 students

Nearby Cities

Neptune Beach (4 schools)

2 mi

Atlantic Beach (6 schools)

5 mi

Ponte Vedra Beach (6 schools)

8 mi

Ponte Vedra (5 schools)

12 mi

Jacksonville (295 schools)

15 mi

Saint Johns (13 schools)

18 mi

Fernandina Beach (10 schools)

25 mi

St. Augustine (41 schools)

26 mi

Orange Park (30 schools)

23 mi

Fleming Island (4 schools)

24 mi

Yulee (5 schools)

26 mi

Green Cove Springs (13 schools)

28 mi

Middleburg (11 schools)

29 mi

Callahan (5 schools)

32 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Jacksonville Beach, Florida

How many schools are in Jacksonville Beach, Florida?

Jacksonville Beach has 9 schools, including 4 public and 5 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Jacksonville Beach, Florida?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Jacksonville Beach is 7.1 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 Jacksonville Beach, Florida?

The top-ranked school in Jacksonville Beach on MySchoolScout is Jacksonville Beach Elementary School with a composite score of 8.8/10.

What is the best elementary school in Jacksonville Beach, Florida?

The top-ranked elementary school in Jacksonville Beach on MySchoolScout is Jacksonville Beach Elementary School with a composite score of 8.8/10.

What is the best middle school in Jacksonville Beach, Florida?

The top-ranked middle school in Jacksonville Beach on MySchoolScout is Duncan U. Fletcher Middle School with a composite score of 6.3/10.

How many school districts serve Jacksonville Beach, Florida?

Jacksonville Beach is served by 1 school district: Duval.

What is the education level in Jacksonville Beach, Florida?

According to Census data, 54% of adults in Jacksonville Beach have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Jacksonville Beach, Florida?

The median household income in Jacksonville Beach is approximately $111,553 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Jacksonville Beach, Florida?

Yes, Jacksonville Beach has 5 private schools alongside 4 public schools. The top-rated private school is Episcopal School of Jacksonville Beaches Campus with a score of 7.7/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Jacksonville Beach, Florida?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Jacksonville Beach is 12.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Jacksonville Beach, 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.