📊 What this ranking measures
Rankings are based on academic achievement — the share of students scoring proficient or above on state reading and math assessments (FAST 2024), ranked against other districts in the same state — not on spending, district size, or staffing. See full methodology →
5 Rated Districts in the Jacksonville, FL Metro Area
FAST 2024 · percentile among Florida districts
| Metro Rank | District | District Office | Rating | State Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | St. Johns County School District | St Augustine | 10/10 Excellent | 95th |
| #2 | Nassau County School District | Fernandina Beach | 10/10 Excellent | 94th |
| #3 | Clay County School District | Green Cove Springs | 9/10 Excellent | 84th |
| #4 | Baker County School District | Macclenny | 6/10 Average | 51st |
| #5 | Duval County School District | Jacksonville | 4/10 Below Average | 32nd |
Best School Districts in the Jacksonville, FL Metro Area (2026)
Counties are assigned to metropolitan areas using the U.S. Census Bureau's 2023 delineation, and each district is placed in the county of its NCES directory listing. Ratings come from FAST 2024 (Florida) and are percentile-ranked within the district's own state. Always confirm your assignment by address.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best-rated school district in the Jacksonville, FL metro area? ▼
Among the 5 rated districts in the Jacksonville, FL metro area, the highest-rated is St. Johns County School District (St Augustine), rated 10/10 (Excellent) and in the 95th percentile of Florida districts on FAST 2024 reading and math proficiency.
How are these rankings calculated? ▼
Each district's rating comes from the share of its students scoring proficient or above on state reading and math assessments, percentile-ranked against all rated districts in its state and converted to a 1–10 scale. Full methodology here.