7.8 avg / 10

Best Schools in Saint Johns, Florida

13 schools · 8 Elementary · 2 Middle · 3 High

Last updated: July 2026

Public: 12

Private: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 7.8/10

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

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

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Saint Johns for 2026 are Durbin Creek Elementary School (8.6/10), Patriot Oaks Academy (8.3/10), and Julington Creek Elementary School (8.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 12 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.

Best value · beats the odds

Durbin Creek Elementary School

Rates 8.6/10 despite 18% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 0.5 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 Saint Johns schools.

Top-Rated Schools in Saint Johns

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (12 of 13). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

#	School	Rating	Level	Value	State %ile
1	Durbin Creek Elementary School	8.6 / 10	Elementary	+0.5	89th
2	Patriot Oaks Academy	8.3 / 10	Elementary	+0.5	85th
3	Julington Creek Elementary School	8.2 / 10	Elementary	+0.1	83th
4	Cunningham Creek Elementary School	8.2 / 10	Elementary	+0.3	83th
5	Creekside High School	8.1 / 10	High	+0.5	81th
6	Liberty Pines Academy	7.9 / 10	Elementary	-0.1	79th
7	Hickory Creek Elementary School	7.8 / 10	Elementary	-0.1	77th
8	Switzerland Point Middle School	7.6 / 10	Middle	-0.1	74th
9	Bartram Trail High School	7.5 / 10	High	-0.1	72th
10	Fruit Cove Middle School	7.3 / 10	Middle	-0.5	69th

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Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 7.8/10
Median household income: $144,168
Median home value: $480,800
Bachelor's degree or higher: 54%
Avg commute: 30 min
Owner-occupied homes: 89%

How Saint Johns compares

Florida rank

#12 of 280

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+1.5

above Florida avg (6.3)

Median household income

$144k

193% of Florida median

Schools in this city

12

About Schools in Saint Johns, Florida

Saint Johns, Florida is home to 13 schools, including 12 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 8 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 3 high schools.

With an average rating of 7.8 out of 10, schools in Saint Johns 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 Saint Johns is Durbin Creek Elementary School with a composite score of 8.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Saint Johns is served by 1 school district: ST. JOHNS. These districts collectively serve 51,434 students.

Saint Johns's community shows 54% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $144,168. The poverty rate in the area is 3.2%.

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	Durbin Creek Elementary School 1,020 students · Pre-K–5th	1,020	Pre-K–5th	8.6
2	Patriot Oaks Academy 1,466 students · Kindergarten–8th	1,466	Kindergarten–8th	8.3
3	Julington Creek Elementary School 978 students · Pre-K–5th	978	Pre-K–5th	8.2
4	Cunningham Creek Elementary School 722 students · Pre-K–5th	722	Pre-K–5th	8.2
5	Liberty Pines Academy 1,948 students · Pre-K–8th	1,948	Pre-K–8th	7.9
6	Hickory Creek Elementary School 805 students · Pre-K–5th	805	Pre-K–5th	7.8
7	Freedom Crossing Academy 1,955 students · Kindergarten–8th	1,955	Kindergarten–8th	6.9
Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	San Juan Del Rio Catholic School Private 285 students · Pre-K–8th	285	Pre-K–8th	7.3

Middle Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Switzerland Point Middle School 1,513 students · 6th–8th	1,513	6th–8th	7.6
2	Fruit Cove Middle School 1,212 students · 6th–8th	1,212	6th–8th	7.3

High Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Creekside High School 2,554 students · 9th–12th	2,554	9th–12th	8.1
2	Bartram Trail High School 2,146 students · 9th–12th	2,146	9th–12th	7.5
3	Beachside High School 1,933 students · 9th–12th	1,933	9th–12th	—

Schools in Saint Johns

Saint Johns, Florida · 13 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$144,168

Median Home Value

$480,800

Median Rent

$2,268/mo

Population

69,866

College Educated

54%

Homeownership

89%

Avg Commute

30 min

Poverty Rate

3.2%

Community Profile

Saint Johns has a median household income of $144,168. 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 $480,800, with a median rent of $2,268/month. The local poverty rate of 3.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State: Florida
Elementary: 8
Middle: 2
High: 3

Resources

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School District

ST. JOHNS

55 schools · 51,434 students

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Saint Johns, Florida

How many schools are in Saint Johns, Florida?

Saint Johns has 13 schools, including 12 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Saint Johns, Florida?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Saint Johns is 7.8 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 Saint Johns, Florida?

The top-ranked school in Saint Johns on MySchoolScout is Durbin Creek Elementary School with a composite score of 8.6/10.

What is the best elementary school in Saint Johns, Florida?

The top-ranked elementary school in Saint Johns on MySchoolScout is Durbin Creek Elementary School with a composite score of 8.6/10.

What is the best middle school in Saint Johns, Florida?

The top-ranked middle school in Saint Johns on MySchoolScout is Switzerland Point Middle School with a composite score of 7.6/10.

What is the best high school in Saint Johns, Florida?

The top-ranked high school in Saint Johns on MySchoolScout is Creekside High School with a composite score of 8.1/10.

How many school districts serve Saint Johns, Florida?

Saint Johns is served by 1 school district: St. Johns.

What is the education level in Saint Johns, Florida?

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

What is the median income in Saint Johns, Florida?

The median household income in Saint Johns is approximately $144,168 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Saint Johns, Florida?

Yes, Saint Johns has 1 private school alongside 12 public schools. The top-rated private school is San Juan Del Rio Catholic School with a score of 7.3/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Saint Johns, Florida?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Saint Johns is 17.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Saint Johns, 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.