For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,187 students in 32277, FL (there are , serving 1,050 private students). 68% of all K-12 students in 32277, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 32277, FL are Lake Lucina Elementary School, Fort Caroline Elementary School and Don Brewer Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 32277 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Florida public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 32277, FL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32277, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lake Lucina Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6527 Merrill Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32277
(904) 745-4916
Jacksonville, FL 32277
(904) 745-4916
Gr: PK-5 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #22.
Fort Caroline Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3925 Athore Dr
Jacksonville, FL 32277
(904) 745-4904
Jacksonville, FL 32277
(904) 745-4904
Gr: PK-5 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #33.
Don Brewer Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3385 Hartsfield Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32277
(904) 745-4990
Jacksonville, FL 32277
(904) 745-4990
Gr: 3-5 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #44.
Fort Caroline Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3787 University Club Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32277
(904) 745-4927
Jacksonville, FL 32277
(904) 745-4927
Gr: 6-8 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #55.
Grasp Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3101 Justina Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32277
(904) 745-4909
Jacksonville, FL 32277
(904) 745-4909
Gr: 1-8 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: n/an/a
8239 Merrill Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32277
(904) 745-4919
Jacksonville, FL 32277
(904) 745-4919
Gr: PK-2 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
32277, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3101 Justina Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32277
(904) 745-4909
Jacksonville, FL 32277
(904) 745-4909
Gr: PK-5 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 32277, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 32277, FL include Lake Lucina Elementary School, Fort Caroline Elementary School and Don Brewer Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 32277?
6 public schools are located in 32277.
What percentage of students in 32277 go to public school?
68% of all K-12 students in 32277 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 32277?
32277 public schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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