Duval Charter School at Southside

Duval Charter School at Southside serves 1,019 students from kindergarten through eighth grade in Jacksonville's Southside area. As a public charter school, it operates with greater flexibility while remaining part of the Duval County school system. The school's academic performance shows room for growth, with 47% of students achieving proficiency in English Language Arts and 44% in mathematics across all grade levels.

These scores place the school at #2515 among Florida's 3,816 elementary schools, reflecting opportunities for continued academic development and support for student achievement. Located on AC Skinner Parkway, the school serves families in ZIP code 32256, a well-established area where the median household income reaches $69,895 and 54% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The neighborhood maintains a relatively low poverty rate of 9%, with median home values around $323,300, indicating a stable residential community.

As an elementary school extending through middle grades, Duval Charter School at Southside provides a comprehensive K-8 educational experience within Jacksonville's urban landscape. The school benefits from being situated in a large city environment that offers diverse educational and cultural opportunities for students and families throughout their elementary and middle school years.

Duval Charter School at Southside is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.