For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,940 students in 32254, FL.
The top-ranked public high schools in 32254, FL are Paxon School/advanced Studies, Palm Avenue Excep. Student Center and Kipp Jacksonville K-12. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 32254 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Florida public high school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 32254, FL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 32254 have a Graduation Rate of 98%, which is more than the Florida average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Paxon School/advanced Studies, with ≥99% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Florida or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public high school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32254, FL Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Paxon School/advanced Studies
Magnet School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3239 Norman E Thagard Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 693-7583
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 693-7583
Gr: 9-12 | 1,278 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #22.
Palm Avenue Excep. Student Center
Special Education School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1301 W Palm Ave
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 693-7516
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 693-7516
Gr: 6-12 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #33.
Kipp Jacksonville K-12
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1440 Mcduff Ave N
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 683-6643
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 683-6643
Gr: K-12 | 1,452 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 32254, FL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 32254, FL include Paxon School/advanced Studies, Palm Avenue Excep. Student Center and Kipp Jacksonville K-12.
How many public high schools are located in 32254?
3 public high schools are located in 32254.
What is the racial composition of students in 32254?
32254 public high schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public high schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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