For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 6,733 students in 32257, FL (there are 5 private schools, serving 441 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 32257, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 32257, FL are River City Science Academy At Mandarin, Mandarin Oaks Elementary School and Duval Charter School At Mandarin. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 32257 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 32257, FL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32257, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
River City Science Academy At Mandarin
Charter School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
10911 Old St Augustine Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(904) 855-8010
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(904) 855-8010
Gr: K-8 | 870 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Mandarin Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10600 Hornets Nest Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(904) 260-5820
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(904) 260-5820
Gr: PK-5 | 1,061 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #33.
Duval Charter School At Mandarin
Charter School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5209 Shad Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(904) 440-2901
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(904) 440-2901
Gr: K-8 | 856 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #44.
Mandarin Middle School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5100 Hood Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(904) 292-0555
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(904) 292-0555
Gr: 6-8 | 1,118 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #55.
Seaside Community Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10850 Old St Augustine Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(904) 619-3933
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(904) 619-3933
Gr: K-8 | 511 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #66.
Crown Point Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3800 Crown Point Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(904) 260-5808
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(904) 260-5808
Gr: PK-5 | 785 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #77.
Beauclerc Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4555 Craven Rd W
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(904) 739-5226
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(904) 739-5226
Gr: PK-5 | 694 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #88.
San Jose Prep
Charter School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4072 Sunbeam Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(904) 425-1725
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(904) 425-1725
Gr: 6-12 | 594 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #99.
San Jose Primary School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4072 Sunbeam Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(904) 425-1723
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(904) 425-1723
Gr: K-5 | 244 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 32257, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 32257, FL include River City Science Academy At Mandarin, Mandarin Oaks Elementary School and Duval Charter School At Mandarin.
How many public schools are located in 32257?
9 public schools are located in 32257.
What percentage of students in 32257 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 32257 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 32257?
32257 public schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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