For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 3,836 students in 32254, FL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 32254, FL are James Weldon Johnson College Preparatory Middle School, Pickett Elementary School and Pinedale Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 32254 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 32254, FL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32254, FL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
James Weldon Johnson College Preparatory Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3276 Norman E Thagard Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 693-7600
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 693-7600
Gr: 6-8 | 980 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #22.
Pickett Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6305 Old Kings Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 693-7555
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 693-7555
Gr: K-5 | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #33.
Pinedale Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4228 Dignan St
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 381-7490
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 381-7490
Gr: PK-5 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #44.
Biltmore Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2101 W Palm Ave
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 693-7969
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 693-7969
Gr: PK-5 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
Reynolds Lane Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
840 Reynolds Ln
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 381-3960
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 381-3960
Gr: PK-5 | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #66.
Annie R. Morgan Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
964 Saint Clair St
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 381-3970
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 381-3970
Gr: K-5 | 192 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #77.
Palm Avenue Excep. Student Center
Special Education School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1301 W Palm Ave
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 693-7516
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 693-7516
Gr: 6-12 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #88.
Kipp Jacksonville K-12
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1440 Mcduff Ave N
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 683-6643
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 683-6643
Gr: K-12 | 1,452 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
32254, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1440 Mcduff Ave N
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 683-6643
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 683-6643
Gr: K-2 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 310:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
1440 Mcduff Ave N
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 683-6643
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 683-6643
Gr: K-4 | 497 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Lackawanna Alternative Education Center (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
3108 Lenox Avenue
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 381-3925
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 381-3925
Gr: 9-12 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 32254, FL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 32254, FL include James Weldon Johnson College Preparatory Middle School, Pickett Elementary School and Pinedale Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 32254?
8 public elementary schools are located in 32254.
What is the racial composition of students in 32254?
32254 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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