For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 2,140 students in 32246, FL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 32246, FL are Cornerstone Classical Academy, Kernan Middle School and Amikids Jacksonville. 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 46% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), 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) 469-8171
Jacksonville, FL 32246
(904) 469-8171
Gr: PK-12 | 858 students 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 | 1,084 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #33.
Amikids Jacksonville
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
13375 Beach Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32246
(904) 223-1121
Jacksonville, FL 32246
(904) 223-1121
Gr: 6-12 | 23 students Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #44.
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 | 175 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
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 Amikids Jacksonville.
How many public middle schools are located in 32246?
4 public middle schools are located in 32246.
What is the racial composition of students in 32246?
32246 public middle schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public middle schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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