For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,914 students in 32244, FL (there are 6 private schools, serving 1,263 private students). 76% of all K-12 students in 32244, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 32244, FL are Chimney Lakes Elementary School, Duval Academy and Timucuan Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 32244 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Florida public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 32244, FL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32244, FL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Chimney Lakes Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9353 Staples Mill Dr
Jacksonville, FL 32244
(904) 573-1100
Jacksonville, FL 32244
(904) 573-1100
Grades: PK-5
| 831 students
Rank: #22.
Duval Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7500 Ricker Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32244
(904) 777-0100
Jacksonville, FL 32244
(904) 777-0100
Grades: 6-12
| 27 students
Rank: #33.
Timucuan Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5429 110th St
Jacksonville, FL 32244
(904) 573-1130
Jacksonville, FL 32244
(904) 573-1130
Grades: PK-5
| 494 students
Rank: #44.
Sadie T. Tillis Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6084 Morse Ave
Jacksonville, FL 32244
(904) 573-1090
Jacksonville, FL 32244
(904) 573-1090
Grades: K-5
| 464 students
Rank: #55.
Jacksonville Heights Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7750 Tempest St S
Jacksonville, FL 32244
(904) 573-1120
Jacksonville, FL 32244
(904) 573-1120
Grades: K-5
| 481 students
Rank: #66.
Westside High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5530 Firestone Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32244
(904) 573-1170
Jacksonville, FL 32244
(904) 573-1170
Grades: 9-12
| 1,617 students
32244, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Waverly Academy (Closed 2023)
Charter School
5710 Wesconnett Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32244
(904) 647-8552
Jacksonville, FL 32244
(904) 647-8552
Grades: 6-8
| 66 students
5710 Wesconnett Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32244
(904) 573-1140
Jacksonville, FL 32244
(904) 573-1140
Grades: PK-5
| 289 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 32244, FL?
The top ranked public schools in 32244, FL include Chimney Lakes Elementary School, Duval Academy and Timucuan Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 32244?
6 public schools are located in 32244.
What percentage of students in 32244 go to public school?
76% of all K-12 students in 32244 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 32244?
32244 public schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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