Best Public Schools in Zip Code 32208

The 32208 zip code area of Jacksonville, Florida is home to 7 schools serving grades K-12, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 1 high school, and 1 alternative school. These schools are part of the Duval County Public School District, which is ranked 54 out of 67 districts in the state and has an overall rating of 1 out of 5 stars from SchoolDigger.

While the data reveals some standout schools, such as Idea Bassett, which has high test scores in Algebra 1 and Civics, and Jean Ribault High School, which has a higher-than-average graduation rate, the majority of schools in the 32208 zip code area face significant academic and socioeconomic challenges. All schools in the data set have a chronic absenteeism rate of 31.4%, which is much higher than the district and state averages, and the schools serve a predominantly low-income student population, with free and reduced-price lunch rates ranging from 68.6% to 100%.

The data also shows large achievement gaps between the schools in the 32208 zip code and the district and state averages, particularly in English Language Arts and Math proficiency. Many of the schools, especially the elementary and middle schools, have consistently low rankings and ratings from SchoolDigger, suggesting systemic challenges that need to be addressed. However, the success of Idea Bassett demonstrates that with the right resources and strategies, schools in this area can achieve better outcomes.