Best Public Middle Schools in 32216 (Jacksonville, FL) (2025-26)

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Best 32216 Florida Public Middle Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 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 score of 49% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 55%), and 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 66% (majority Hispanic).

Best 32216, FL Public Middle Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

River City Science Academy

Charter School

(Math: 76% | Reading: 76%)
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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% )
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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%)
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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%)
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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

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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

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Daniel Memorial School (Closed 2004)

3725 Belfort Road
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 296-1055

Gr: K-12 | 39 students Minority enrollment: 33%

Gateway Community Services (Closed 2024)

Alternative School

3747 Belfort Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 646-4889

Gr: 6-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 36%

Jacksonville Youth Center (Closed 2012)

Alternative School

202 Century 21 Dr
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 724-6488

Gr: 6-12 | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 61%

River City Science Academy Southeast (Closed 2023)

Charter School

7565 Beach Boulevard
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 390-2000

Virtue Arts And Science High School (Closed 2018)

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 66% (majority Hispanic).