St. Johns County School District operates 55 schools. Individual school names, addresses, and attendance zone boundaries are available directly from the district.
| Metric | St. Johns County School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 50,000 | 3,700 | Much larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 56 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $8,771/yr | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | — | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 10/10 — Excellent | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Johns County School District (this district) | 10/10 | 95th | 50,000 |
| Duval County School District | 4/10 | 32nd | 128,657 |
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Ranked against 74 rated districts in FL → 95th percentile → 10/10.
Source: Florida Dept. of Education FAST ELA & Mathematics, 2024. Full methodology →
About St. Johns County School District
St. Johns County School District serves zip code 32259, covering Jacksonville, Florida with grades Pre-K–12th. Whether you’re researching a move, evaluating a home purchase, or preparing to enroll a child, the sections below give you a complete picture of this district’s resources, size, and what its rating means for your family.
Funding and Resources
St. Johns County School District spent $8,771 per student in the 2019–20 school year (U.S. Dept. of Education CCD finance data), 16% below Florida’s statewide $10,500 estimate. Of the district’s 2019 graduating cohort of 3,111 students, an estimated 95% earned a diploma within four years (EDFacts adjusted cohort graduation rate).
District Scale and Program Breadth
With 55 schools, St. Johns County School District operates as a very large district serving students from Pre-K–12th. The district enrolls approximately 50,000 students in total. Very large districts are complex systems with significant variation in school quality across attendance zones. They typically offer extensive programs — magnet schools, specialized high schools, dual-language tracks, advanced coursework — but navigating these options requires active engagement with the district.
Understanding the 10/10 Rating
St. Johns County School District has earned an overall SchoolDistrictFinder rating of 10/10, placing it in the top-tier tier. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Florida’s FAST ELA & Mathematics assessments (2024 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Florida is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
St. Johns County School District ranks among the highest-performing public school districts in Florida on state assessments, with reading and math proficiency rates in roughly the top 10–20% statewide. Homes in and around zip code 32259 often carry a measurable premium relative to neighboring areas served by lower-rated districts. Families moving here for academic strength will find a district whose students test well above the state norm. Even within top-rated districts, individual school performance varies — confirm your specific school assignments directly with the district.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 32259
Children in zip code 32259 are assigned to St. Johns County School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K–12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 32259, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact St. Johns County School District at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include proof of residency (lease or deed plus a utility bill), your child’s birth certificate, current immunization records, and prior school records. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Florida districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Jacksonville
School district quality is one of the most consistent factors in residential home pricing. Because St. Johns County School District serves zip code 32259, homes in and around zip code 32259 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Florida, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support St. Johns County School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 32259.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with St. Johns County School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 32259 data.