Very Good
#415 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Top 28% of private schools
North Florida School of Special Education
School
223 MILL CREEK RD, Jacksonville, FL 32211
Enrollment
194
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
194
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
1st – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#415 of 1,462
In Jacksonville
#21 of 79
public schools
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North Florida School of Special Education
School in Jacksonville · grades 1st – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About North Florida School of Special Education
North Florida School of Special Education is a private school in Jacksonville, FL. North Florida School of Special Education serves approximately 194 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. North Florida School of Special Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #415 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 194 students, North Florida School of Special Education 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.
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, North Florida School of Special Education sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
North Florida School of Special Education 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
BetaHow North Florida School of Special Education compares to 192 public schools serving similar grades in Jacksonville, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| North Florida School of Special Education (this school) | 7.1 |
| WOODLAND ACRES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 2.3 |
| SEACOAST CHARTER ACADEMY | 4.5 |
| DUVAL CHARTER SCHOLARS ACADEMY | 4.3 |
| GLOBAL OUTREACH CHARTER ACADEMY | 3.9 |
| LONE STAR HIGH SCHOOL | 5.0 |
| SOUTHSIDE ESTATES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.2 |
| ARLINGTON MIDDLE SCHOOL | 3.7 |
| PARKWOOD HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.1 |
| TERRY PARKER HIGH SCHOOL | 4.1 |
| BROOKVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.3 |
| HOLIDAY HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.3 |
| GLOBAL OUTREACH CHARTER ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL | 4.6 |
| BRIDGEPREP ACADEMY | 4.7 |
| CORNERSTONE CLASSICAL ACADEMY | 6.9 |
| LONE STAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.2 |
| ARLINGTON HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.1 |
| MERRILL ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.7 |
| RIVER CITY SCIENCE ACADEMY | 7.9 |
| RIVER CITY SCIENCE ELEMENTARY ACADEMY | 9.0 |
| ARLINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.4 |
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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
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
223 MILL CREEK RD, Jacksonville, FL 32211
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Florida School of Special Education may also want to explore other schools in the area. SEACOAST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MORNING STAR SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Jacksonville, see our Jacksonville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32211 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,208
Median Home Value
$208,900
Median Rent
$1,104/mo
Population
36,253
College Educated
20.4%
Homeownership
57.1%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
20%
Median Age
34.5
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|---|---|
| ATLANTIS ACADEMY PALM BEACHES West Palm Beach, FL | 7.1 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY & PRESCHOOL Fort Walton Beach, FL | 7.1 |
| CHAMPION PREPARATORY ACADEMY Apopka, FL | 7.1 |
| LIVING WORD ACADEMY Orlando, FL | 7.1 |
| ST ANDREW'S EPISCOPAL ACADEMY Fort Pierce, FL | 7.1 |
| TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jacksonville, FL | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Florida School of Special Education
What grades does North Florida School of Special Education serve?
North Florida School of Special Education serves students in grades 1st through 12th.
How many students attend North Florida School of Special Education?
North Florida School of Special Education has an enrollment of approximately 194 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Florida School of Special Education?
The student-teacher ratio at North Florida School of Special Education is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does North Florida School of Special Education rank in FL?
North Florida School of Special Education ranks #415 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is North Florida School of Special Education's MySchoolScout rating?
North Florida School of Special Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is North Florida School of Special Education a private school?
Yes, North Florida School of Special Education 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 North Florida School of Special Education a religious school?
No, North Florida School of Special Education is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 12th
- Enrollment
- 194
- Gender Split
- 67% M / 33% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Duval County
- Phone
- (904) 724-8323
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