For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 2,131 students in 32209, FL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 32209, FL are John E. Ford K-8 School, George Washington Carver Elementary School and Rufus E. Payne Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 32209 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in 32209, FL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32209, FL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John E. Ford K-8 School
Magnet School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1137 Cleveland St
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 630-6540
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 630-6540
Gr: PK-8 | 631 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
George Washington Carver Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2854 W 45th St
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 924-3122
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 924-3122
Gr: PK-5 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Rufus E. Payne Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6725 Hema Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 924-3020
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 924-3020
Gr: PK-5 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
Mt. Herman Ese Center
Special Education School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1741 Francis St
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 630-6740
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 630-6740
Gr: PK-12 | 132 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #55.
Smart Pope Livingston Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 15% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1128 Barber St
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 630-6580
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 630-6580
Gr: PK-3 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #66.
Northwestern Legends Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2100 W 45th St
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 924-3100
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 924-3100
Gr: PK-5 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 32209, FL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 32209, FL include John E. Ford K-8 School, George Washington Carver Elementary School and Rufus E. Payne Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 32209?
6 public preschools are located in 32209.
What is the racial composition of students in 32209?
32209 public preschools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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