Best Schools in Jacksonville, Florida
296 schools · 151 Elementary · 26 Middle · 45 High · 74 Other
Choosing a school in Jacksonville?
Use this page to compare every school in Jacksonville 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.
Oak Hill Academy
Elementary · Duval. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
J. Allen Axson Elementary School
Elementary · Duval. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
John Stockton Elementary School
Elementary · Duval. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Jacksonville for 2026 are Oak Hill Academy (9.5/10), J. Allen Axson Elementary School (9.2/10), and John Stockton Elementary School (9.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 50 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
296
193 public · 103 private
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$257,357
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Schools
296
193 public · 103 private
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$257,357
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Rates 9.5/10 despite 54% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 3.9 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 Jacksonville schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Jacksonville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (50 of 296). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oak Hill Academy | 9.5 / 10 |
| 2 | J. Allen Axson Elementary School | 9.2 / 10 |
| 3 | John Stockton Elementary School | 9.1 / 10 |
| 4 | Stanton College Preparatory | 9.1 / 10 |
| 5 | River City Science Elementary Academy | 9.0 / 10 |
| 6 | The Foundation Academy | 9.0 / 10 |
| 7 | West Riverside Elementary School | 8.8 / 10 |
| 8 | River City Science Academy at Mandarin | 8.8 / 10 |
| 9 | Ruth N. Upson Elementary School | 8.7 / 10 |
| 10 | Samuel W. Wolfson High School | 8.7 / 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
- 5.7/10
- Median household income
- $67,283
- Median home value
- $257,357
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 30%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 59%
23% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Jacksonville compares
Florida rank
#218 of 280
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.5
below Florida avg (6.3)
Median household income
$67k
90% of Florida median
Schools in this city
263
Education Snapshot
Jacksonville, FloridaJacksonville serves approximately 140,134 students across 296 schools in 4 districts. The average MySchoolScout composite rating of 5.8/10 — based on 263 scored schools — trails the Florida state average of 6.3/10 by half a point. The level mix leans elementary: 151 elementary campuses against 45 high schools and 26 middle schools, plus 74 combined or alternative programs. Forty-three charter schools sit alongside traditional district schools, giving families a meaningful layer of choice. On income, Jacksonville's median household figure of $64,530 runs 15% below the Florida state median of $75,487; 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Both the composite score and the median income land below Florida state averages, and with 4 distinct districts, school quality is far from uniform — where a family lives within Jacksonville shapes which campuses are realistically available.
About Schools in Jacksonville, Florida
Jacksonville, Florida gives parents a large and genuinely varied public school system to work through. With 184 ranked public schools and an average score of 5.6 out of 10, the city lands squarely in the middle of the performance range — meaning the difference between a strong and a weak assignment can be substantial depending on where a family lives.
The top tier is real but selective. Only 35 schools, or 19% of the city's ranked public schools, score 7 or higher out of 10. That concentration matters when families are drawing attendance boundaries or weighing a move. Central Riverside Elementary School leads the city with a 9.1, followed closely by River City Science Academy at Mandarin (8.8), Oak Hill Academy (8.6), River City Science Elementary Academy (8.5), and John Stockton Elementary (8.4). The top five are all elementary schools, and the River City Science network places two campuses in that group — worth noting for families who plan ahead to middle school.
The elementary tier is where Jacksonville's strongest options cluster. Parents with school-age children in the early grades have the most to gain from location and school-choice research, since several high-scoring elementaries are accessible through magnet or charter enrollment rather than address alone. The citywide average of 5.6 reflects a broad middle band of schools performing near or just below state expectations, with a tail of lower-scoring campuses that pull the mean down.
For practical planning, the 19% figure is the number to hold onto. In a city this size, one in five schools clears the high-performance bar — which means high-scoring options exist across multiple zip codes, but they are not the default. Families who rely solely on their neighborhood assignment have a meaningful chance of landing in the average band. Jacksonville rewards active research: cross-referencing school scores against enrollment windows, magnet lottery deadlines, and district transfer policies can open access to the top tier regardless of home address.
Elementary Schools
151 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 253 students · Pre-K–8th | 9.5 |
| 2 | 468 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.2 |
| 3 | 418 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.1 |
| 4 | 583 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.0 |
| 5 | 324 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.8 |
| 6 | 903 students · Kindergarten–8th | 8.8 |
| 7 | 332 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.7 |
| 8 | 487 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.6 |
| 9 | 675 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.6 |
| 10 | 193 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.6 |
Show all 151 elementary schools in Jacksonville
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
26 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 861 students · 6th–8th | 7.9 |
| 2 | 957 students · 6th–8th | 7.6 |
| 3 | 993 students · 6th–8th | 7.2 |
| 4 | 384 students · 6th–8th | 6.3 |
| 5 | 689 students · 6th–8th | 6.3 |
| 6 | 1,022 students · 6th–8th | 5.7 |
| 7 | 74 students · 4th–8th | 5.6 |
| 8 | 534 students · 6th–8th | 5.4 |
| 9 | 1,084 students · 6th–8th | 5.4 |
| 10 | 557 students · 6th–8th | 5.3 |
Show all 26 middle schools in Jacksonville
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
High Schools
45 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,283 students · 9th–12th | 9.1 |
| 2 | 978 students · 9th–12th | 8.7 |
| 3 | 989 students · 6th–12th | 7.9 |
| 4 | 1,053 students · 9th–12th | 7.8 |
| 5 | 1,285 students · 9th–12th | 7.7 |
| 6 | 197 students · 6th–12th | 7.1 |
| 7 | 978 students · 6th–12th | 6.6 |
| 8 | 175 students · 6th–12th | 6.4 |
| 9 | 2,726 students · 9th–12th | 6.3 |
| 10 | 837 students · 9th–12th | 6.2 |
Show all 45 high schools in Jacksonville
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Other Schools
74 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 88 students · Kindergarten–12th | 7.7 |
| 2 | 127 students · Pre-K–12th | 7.0 |
| 3 | 858 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.9 |
| 4 | 164 students · 4th–12th | 6.5 |
| 5 | 244 students · Kindergarten–12th | 6.3 |
| 6 | 95 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 5.6 |
| 7 | 1,041 students · Kindergarten–12th | 4.8 |
| 8 | 760 students · Kindergarten–12th | 4.7 |
| 9 | 931 students · Kindergarten–12th | 4.6 |
| 10 | 1,331 students · Kindergarten–12th | 3.9 |
Show all 74 other schools in Jacksonville
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Schools in Jacksonville
Jacksonville, Florida · 296 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 28 ZIP codes
Median Income
$67,283
Median Home Value
$257,357
Median Rent
$1,355/mo
Population
940,355
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
59%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
16.7%
Community Profile
Jacksonville has a median household income of $67,283. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $257,357, with a median rent of $1,355/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.7%. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Florida
- Elementary
- 151
- Middle
- 26
- High
- 45
- Other
- 74
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Common questions about schools in Jacksonville, Florida
How many schools are in Jacksonville, Florida?
Jacksonville has 296 schools, including 193 public and 103 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Jacksonville, Florida?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Jacksonville is 5.7 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, Florida?
The top-ranked school in Jacksonville on MySchoolScout is Oak Hill Academy with a composite score of 9.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Jacksonville, Florida?
The top-ranked elementary school in Jacksonville on MySchoolScout is Oak Hill Academy with a composite score of 9.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Jacksonville, Florida?
The top-ranked middle school in Jacksonville on MySchoolScout is Julia Landon College Preparatory & Leadership Development S with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best high school in Jacksonville, Florida?
The top-ranked high school in Jacksonville on MySchoolScout is Stanton College Preparatory with a composite score of 9.1/10.
How many school districts serve Jacksonville, Florida?
Jacksonville is served by 4 school districts: Idea Public Schools, Clay, Duval, Osceola.
What is the education level in Jacksonville, Florida?
According to Census data, 30% of adults in Jacksonville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Jacksonville, Florida?
The median household income in Jacksonville is approximately $67,283 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Jacksonville, Florida?
Yes, Jacksonville has 103 private schools alongside 193 public schools. The top-rated private school is The Foundation Academy with a score of 9.0/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Jacksonville, Florida?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Jacksonville is 25.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Jacksonville, 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.