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Best 32216 Florida Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public middle schools serving 2,765 students in 32216, FL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 32216, FL are River City Science Academy, Youth Development Center and Southside Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 32216 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 32216, FL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Florida public middle school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Best 32216, FL Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
River City Science Academy
Charter School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
7565 Beach Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 855-8010
Gr: 6-12 | 989 students Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Youth Development Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3015 Parental Home Road
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 725-6662
Gr: K-12 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #33.
Southside Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2948 Knights Ln E
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 739-5238
Gr: 6-8 | 814 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #44.
Duval Charter Scholars Academy
Charter School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
100 Scholars Way
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 724-1536
Gr: K-8 | 473 students Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: n/an/a
River City Science Academy Southeast
Charter School
7565 Beach Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 855-8010
Gr: K-8 | 465 students Student-teacher ratio: 465:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 32216 Florida

32216, Florida Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
3725 Belfort Road
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 296-1055
Gr: K-12 | 39 students Minority enrollment: 33%
3747 Belfort Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 646-4889
Gr: 6-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
202 Century 21 Dr
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 724-6488
Gr: 6-12 | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
7565 Beach Boulevard
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 390-2000
1824 Dean Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 864-6141
Gr: 9-11 | 45 students Minority enrollment: 95%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 32216, FL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 32216, FL include River City Science Academy, Youth Development Center and Southside Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 32216?
5 public middle schools are located in 32216.
What is the racial composition of students in 32216?
32216 public middle schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Florida public middle schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

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