For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 63 students in Hastings, FL.
Hastings, FL public schools have a diversity score of 0.59, which is less than the Florida public school average of 0.70.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Hastings, FL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: n/an/a
Deep Creek Academy
Alternative School
765 E. St. Johns Avenue
Hastings, FL 32145
(904) 347-2162
Hastings, FL 32145
(904) 347-2162
Grades: 6-12
| 61 students
Rank: n/an/a
St. Johns County Jail (Djj)
Alternative School
765 East St. Johns Ave
Hastings, FL 32145
(904) 829-8850
Hastings, FL 32145
(904) 829-8850
Grades: 7-12
| 2 students
Hastings, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Deep Creek Youth Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
40 Orange St
Hastings, FL 32145
(904) 347-2162
Hastings, FL 32145
(904) 347-2162
Grades: 6-12
| 51 students
400 East Harris Street
Hastings, FL 32145
(904) 819-8610
Hastings, FL 32145
(904) 819-8610
Grades: PK-5
| 353 students
Hastings Juvenile Correctional (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
765 E Saint Johns Ave
Hastings, FL 32145
(904) 829-8074
Hastings, FL 32145
(904) 829-8074
Grades: 6-12
| 48 students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many public schools are located in Hastings, FL?
2 public schools are located in Hastings, FL.
What is the racial composition of students in Hastings?
Hastings public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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