For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,081 students in 32204, FL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 32204, FL are Central Riverside Elementary School and Jacksonville Classical Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 32204 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 32204, FL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32204, FL Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Riverside Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2555 Gilmore St
Jacksonville, FL 32204
(904) 381-7495
Jacksonville, FL 32204
(904) 381-7495
Gr: PK-5 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #22.
Jacksonville Classical Academy
Charter School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2043 Forest St
Jacksonville, FL 32204
(904) 288-7732
Jacksonville, FL 32204
(904) 288-7732
Gr: K-10 | 734 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 32204, FL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 32204, FL include Central Riverside Elementary School and Jacksonville Classical Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 32204?
2 public elementary schools are located in 32204.
What is the racial composition of students in 32204?
32204 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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