Below Average

#1396 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Minds of the Future Academy

Elementary School

3819 N MAIN ST, Jacksonville, FL 32206

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

25:1

Score

4.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 2nd

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

25:1

Score

4.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 2nd

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#1,396 of 1,462

In Jacksonville

#75 of 79

public schools

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About Minds of the Future Academy

Minds of the Future Academy is a private elementary school in Jacksonville, FL. Minds of the Future Academy serves approximately 50 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 25:1 student-teacher ratio. Minds of the Future Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,396 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares2.4 pts below FL schools

4.2

This school 4.2 · Below Average
FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 50 students, Minds of the Future Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Minds of the Future Academy runs 25:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Minds of the Future Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Minds of the Future Academy compares to 126 public schools serving similar grades in Jacksonville, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

25:1

This School

43.5:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

551

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

4.2

This School

5.6

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 90% vs 0%

White 10% vs 0%

Minds of the Future Academy Jacksonville Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Minds of the Future Academy (this school)	—	50	25:1	4.2
ANDREW A. ROBINSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.8 mi	526	18.1:1	6.1
KIPP V.O.I.C.E ACADEMY	0.8 mi	919	306.3:1	3.4
LONG BRANCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.9 mi	312	15.6:1	4.3
NORTH SHORE ELEMENTARY	0.9 mi	665	19.6:1	6.4
BECOMING COLLEGIATE ACADEMY	1.1 mi	165	—:1	5.2
MT. HERMAN ESE CENTER	1.5 mi	127	6:1	7.0
R L BROWN GIFTED AND TALENTED ACADEMY	1.6 mi	193	12.9:1	8.6
JOHN E. FORD K-8 SCHOOL	1.9 mi	632	16.6:1	5.8
R. V. DANIELS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.3 mi	157	19.6:1	3.3
NORTHWESTERN LEGENDS ELEMENTARY	2.6 mi	527	21.1:1	2.2
HOSPITAL AND HOMEBOUND	2.7 mi	88	8.8:1	7.7
SMART POPE LIVINGSTON ELEMENTARY	2.7 mi	425	19.3:1	2.2
DUVAL VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION ACADEMY	3.0 mi	1,041	28.9:1	4.8
IDEA RIVER BLUFF	3.1 mi	775	32.3:1	—
JACKSONVILLE CLASSICAL ACADEMY	3.1 mi	760	—:1	4.7
JACKSONVILLE CLASSICAL ACADEMY EAST	3.2 mi	213	—:1	—
GRASP ACADEMY	3.2 mi	283	14.2:1	7.0
KIPP JACKSONVILLE K-12	3.5 mi	1,246	—:1	3.7
GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER ELEMENTARY	3.5 mi	281	20.1:1	5.5
FORT CAROLINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.6 mi	470	17.4:1	4.0

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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in FL.

Classroom Attention

C- 1.8 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 25:1

Instructional Commitment

A+ 9.7 / 10

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School Day Length 8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,440

Diversity & Inclusion

C+ 4.1 / 10

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Diversity Index 18%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C+ 3.7 / 10

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Enrollment 50

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in FL

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Black 90.0%

White 10.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3819 N MAIN ST, Jacksonville, FL 32206

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Minds of the Future Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. R L BROWN GIFTED AND TALENTED ACADEMY (rated 8.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NORTH SHORE ELEMENTARY (rated 6.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ANDREW A. ROBINSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jacksonville, see our Jacksonville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
ANDREW JACKSON HIGH SCHOOL Jacksonville	0.1 mi	837	6.2
ANDREW A. ROBINSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville	0.8 mi	526	6.1
GUARDIAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Jacksonville	0.7 mi	312	5.3
NORTH SHORE ELEMENTARY Jacksonville	0.9 mi	665	6.4
SPRINGFIELD MIDDLE SCHOOL Jacksonville	0.9 mi	875	5.1
KIPP V.O.I.C.E ACADEMY Jacksonville	0.8 mi	919	3.4
FIELDS OF ART CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jacksonville	1.0 mi	70	4.2
LONG BRANCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville	0.9 mi	312	4.3
BECOMING COLLEGIATE ACADEMY Jacksonville	1.1 mi	165	5.2
MATTIE V RUTHERFORD ALT ED CENTER Jacksonville	1.4 mi	74	5.6
AUSTIN CHRISTIAN VOCATIONAL ACADEMY Jacksonville	1.4 mi	53	6.4
DARNELL COOKMAN MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL Jacksonville	1.4 mi	978	6.6
DUVAL REGIONAL JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER Jacksonville	1.4 mi	82	5.6
STANTON COLLEGE PREPARATORY Jacksonville	1.4 mi	1,283	9.1
MT. HERMAN ESE CENTER Jacksonville	1.5 mi	127	7.0
JEAN RIBAULT MIDDLE SCHOOL Jacksonville	1.5 mi	557	5.3
A. PHILIP RANDOLPH ACADEMIES Jacksonville	1.5 mi	341	5.1
MATTHEW W. GILBERT MIDDLE SCHOOL Jacksonville	1.7 mi	622	4.6
R L BROWN GIFTED AND TALENTED ACADEMY Jacksonville	1.6 mi	193	8.6
NORTH FLORIDA EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTE Jacksonville	1.8 mi	138	3.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 32206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$37,585

Median Home Value

$153,500

Median Rent

$866/mo

Population

16,809

College Educated

20.6%

Homeownership

47.3%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

34.9%

Median Age

35.9

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MONTESSORI IVY LEAGUE Pembroke Pines, FL	32	4.2
FUTURE LEADERS ACADEMY OF KENDALL CORP Miami, FL	49	4.3
THUMBELINA LEARNING CENTER 2 Hialeah, FL	38	4.1
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Minds of the Future Academy

What grades does Minds of the Future Academy serve?

Minds of the Future Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.

How many students attend Minds of the Future Academy?

Minds of the Future Academy has an enrollment of approximately 50 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Minds of the Future Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Minds of the Future Academy is 25:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Minds of the Future Academy rank in FL?

Minds of the Future Academy ranks #1,396 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Minds of the Future Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Minds of the Future Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Minds of the Future Academy a private school?

Yes, Minds of the Future Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Minds of the Future Academy a religious school?

No, Minds of the Future Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 49 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 40 Some Transit
Bike Score: 63 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment: 50
Gender Split: 50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
Teachers (FTE): 2
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 8 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large City
County: Duval County
Phone: (904) 524-8912

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