For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,020 students in 32216, FL.
The top-ranked public high schools in 32216, FL are River City Science Academy, Gateway Community Services and Youth Development Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 32216 have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the Florida public high school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 32216, FL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Florida public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 32216 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Florida average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is River City Science Academy, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Florida or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Florida public high school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32216, FL Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
River City Science Academy
Charter School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7565 Beach Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 855-8010
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 855-8010
Gr: 6-12 | 991 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Gateway Community Services
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3747 Belfort Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 646-4889
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 646-4889
Gr: 6-12 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
Youth Development Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3015 Parental Home Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 725-6662
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 725-6662
Gr: K-12 | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 32216, FL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 32216, FL include River City Science Academy, Gateway Community Services and Youth Development Center.
How many public high schools are located in 32216?
3 public high schools are located in 32216.
What is the racial composition of students in 32216?
32216 public high schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Florida public high schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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