For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,709 students in 32208, FL (there are 8 private schools, serving 812 private students). 80% of all K-12 students in 32208, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 32208, FL are Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School, Sallye B. Mathis Elementary School and North Shore Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 32208 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 32208, FL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32208, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4346 Roanoke Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 924-3077
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 924-3077
Gr: PK-5 | 758 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Sallye B. Mathis Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3501 Winton Dr
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 924-3086
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 924-3086
Gr: PK-5 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #33.
North Shore Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5701 Silver Plz
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 924-3081
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 924-3081
Gr: PK-5 | 614 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #44.
Jean Ribault Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3610 Ribault Scenic Dr
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 924-3062
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 924-3062
Gr: 6-8 | 530 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
Jean Ribault High School
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3701 Winton Dr
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 924-3092
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 924-3092
Gr: 9-12 | 1,224 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
Becoming Collegiate Academy
Charter School
5258 Norwood Ave, Unit 3
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 465-2799
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 465-2799
Gr: K-4 | 205 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Idea Bassett
Charter School
1845 Bassett Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 821-7717
Jacksonville, FL 32208
(904) 821-7717
Gr: K-12 | 1,012 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 32208, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 32208, FL include Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School, Sallye B. Mathis Elementary School and North Shore Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 32208?
7 public schools are located in 32208.
What percentage of students in 32208 go to public school?
80% of all K-12 students in 32208 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 32208?
32208 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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