6.8 avg / 10

Best Schools in Jacksonville Beach, Florida

9 schools · 8 Elementary · 1 Middle

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 4

Private: 5

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 6.8/10

Estimated Scores: 50%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.8/10
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

#73 of 280

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.4

above Florida avg (6.4)

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 6.8 out of 10, schools in Jacksonville Beach show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Jacksonville Beach is San Pablo Elementary School with a composite score of 8.1/10, 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.

Filter by Level: All Levels (9) Elementary (8) Middle (1)

Filter by Type: All Types (9) Public (4) Private (5)

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Filter by ZIP: 32250 (9)

Elementary Schools

8 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	SAN PABLO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 501 students · Kindergarten–5th	501	Kindergarten–5th	8.1
2	JACKSONVILLE BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 626 students · Kindergarten–5th	626	Kindergarten–5th	7.9
3	SEABREEZE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 509 students · Kindergarten–5th	509	Kindergarten–5th	6.5
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	Not Rated
2	THE DISCOVERY SCHOOL Private 155 students · Pre-K–8th	155	Pre-K–8th	Not Rated
3	MONTESSORI TIDES Private 40 students · Pre-K–6th	40	Pre-K–6th	Not Rated
4	ST PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL - JACKSONVILLE BEACH Private 499 students · Pre-K–8th	499	Pre-K–8th	Not Rated
5	THE NOBLE SCHOOL Private 11 students · 5th–11th	11	5th–11th	Not Rated

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	DUNCAN U. FLETCHER MIDDLE SCHOOL 1,204 students · 6th–8th	1,204	6th–8th	4.8

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.

Quick Facts

State: Florida
Total Schools: 9
Elementary: 8
Middle: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.8/10

Resources

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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

Other Major Cities in Florida

Top metros statewide by school count.

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

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 6.8 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Jacksonville Beach, Florida?

The top-ranked school in Jacksonville Beach on MySchoolScout is San Pablo Elementary School with a composite score of 8.1/10.

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

The top-ranked elementary school in Jacksonville Beach on MySchoolScout is San Pablo Elementary School with a composite score of 8.1/10.

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 4.8/10.

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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.