For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,187 students in 32277, FL (there are 6 private schools, serving 1,050 private students). 68% of all K-12 students in 32277, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 32277, FL are Lake Lucina Elementary School, Fort Caroline Elementary School and Don Brewer Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 32277 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Florida public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 32277, FL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32277, FL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lake Lucina Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6527 Merrill Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32277
(904) 745-4916
Jacksonville, FL 32277
(904) 745-4916
Grades: PK-5
| 311 students
Rank: #22.
Fort Caroline Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3925 Athore Dr
Jacksonville, FL 32277
(904) 745-4904
Jacksonville, FL 32277
(904) 745-4904
Grades: PK-5
| 470 students
Rank: #33.
Don Brewer Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3385 Hartsfield Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32277
(904) 745-4990
Jacksonville, FL 32277
(904) 745-4990
Grades: 3-5
| 327 students
Rank: #44.
Fort Caroline Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3787 University Club Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32277
(904) 745-4927
Jacksonville, FL 32277
(904) 745-4927
Grades: 6-8
| 384 students
Rank: #55.
Grasp Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3101 Justina Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32277
(904) 745-4909
Jacksonville, FL 32277
(904) 745-4909
Grades: 1-8
| 283 students
Rank: n/an/a
8239 Merrill Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32277
(904) 745-4919
Jacksonville, FL 32277
(904) 745-4919
Grades: PK-2
| 412 students
32277, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3101 Justina Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32277
(904) 745-4909
Jacksonville, FL 32277
(904) 745-4909
Grades: PK-5
| 248 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 32277, FL?
The top ranked public schools in 32277, FL include Lake Lucina Elementary School, Fort Caroline Elementary School and Don Brewer Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 32277?
6 public schools are located in 32277.
What percentage of students in 32277 go to public school?
68% of all K-12 students in 32277 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 32277?
32277 public schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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