For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 3,017 students in Neptune Beach, FL (there are 4 private schools, serving 385 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in Neptune Beach, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in Neptune Beach, FL are Neptune Beach Elementary School and Duncan U. Fletcher High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Neptune Beach, FL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Florida public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Neptune Beach have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Neptune Beach, FL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Neptune Beach Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1515 Florida Blvd
Neptune Beach, FL 32266
(904) 247-5954
Neptune Beach, FL 32266
(904) 247-5954
Gr: PK-5 | 825 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Duncan U. Fletcher High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
700 Seagate Ave
Neptune Beach, FL 32266
(904) 247-5905
Neptune Beach, FL 32266
(904) 247-5905
Gr: 9-12 | 2,192 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Neptune Beach, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in Neptune Beach, FL include Neptune Beach Elementary School and Duncan U. Fletcher High School.
How many public schools are located in Neptune Beach?
2 public schools are located in Neptune Beach.
What percentage of students in Neptune Beach go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in Neptune Beach are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Neptune Beach?
Neptune Beach public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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