For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 2,212 students in 32246, FL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 32246, FL are Cornerstone Classical Academy, Kernan Middle School and Alden Road Excep. Student Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 32246 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 32246, FL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Florida public middle school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32246, FL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cornerstone Classical Academy
Charter School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2360 St Johns Bluff Rd S
Jacksonville, FL 32246
(904) 481-8163
Jacksonville, FL 32246
(904) 481-8163
Gr: K-12 | 949 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Kernan Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2271 Kernan Blvd S
Jacksonville, FL 32246
(904) 220-1350
Jacksonville, FL 32246
(904) 220-1350
Gr: 6-8 | 1,086 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #33.
Alden Road Excep. Student Center
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
11780 Alden Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32246
(904) 565-2722
Jacksonville, FL 32246
(904) 565-2722
Gr: 6-12 | 177 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 32246, FL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 32246, FL include Cornerstone Classical Academy, Kernan Middle School and Alden Road Excep. Student Center.
How many public middle schools are located in 32246?
3 public middle schools are located in 32246.
What is the racial composition of students in 32246?
32246 public middle schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Florida public middle schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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