2019 Best Public Middle Schools in the Jacksonville AreaAbout this List

Fruit Cove Middle School

• St. Johns County School District, FL
• 6-8
• 5

Alum: I moved to Saint johns county in 2012 and began 7th grade not knowing anyone. I was nervous but the kids and teachers made me feel right at home. My Civics teacher even called my mom after school to tell her that I was doing great, raising my hand and participating during class and for her not to worry. It seemed like the staff knew everyone,always saying good morning to us by our first name which I was not used to .I will be so ever grateful for that experience .
Read 5 Reviews

• A

• 1,168 Students
• 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Valley Ridge Academy

• St. Johns County School District, FL
• PK, K-8

• A

• 1,435 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Liberty Pines Academy

• St. Johns County School District, FL
• PK, K-8
• 1

Alum: Liberty Pines is a great school! The class sizes are small so you really get a chance to know everyone! The teachers are great as well.
Read 1 Review

• A

• 1,412 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Switzerland Point Middle School

• St. Johns County School District, FL
• 6-8
• 17

Parent: This school was impressive through and through. Their focus on grades and helping each child. They had very impressive plays and cultural events. They paid attention to things that were happening to children in the community and helped.
Read 17 Reviews

• A

• 1,227 Students
• 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Patriot Oaks Academy

• St. Johns County School District, FL
• PK, K-8
• 1

Parent: Both kids goes there. Happy so far. I hope academic clubs are more serious and more healthy lunch options.
Read 1 Review

• A

• 1,339 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Alice B. Landrum Middle School

• St. Johns County School District, FL
• 6-8
• 7

High School Junior: This school offers a variety of absolutely incredible opportunities, regardless of interest of area of expertise.
Read 7 Reviews

• A

• 1,111 Students
• 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Pacetti Bay Middle School

• St. Johns County School District, FL
• 6-8
• 3

Alum: A great school with teachers and faculty that care about their students. The facilities are nice and up to date as the school is relatively new. Athletics are appreciated here and cared for by the administration. However the quality of the cafeteria food has worsened in recent years. Other than that, Pacetti Bay is a great school to help a student transition in high school and beyond.
Read 3 Reviews

• A

• 1,223 Students
• 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Fernandina Beach Middle School

• Nassau County School District, FL
• 6-8
• 5

• A-

• 630 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Fernandina Beach High School

• Nassau County School District, FL
• PK, 1-12
• 91

Senior: Most of my greatest life experiences were at Fernandina Beach High School, FBHS. My school is filled with amazing facility and staff, students, and events. I developed strong relationships along the way as well. FBHS is where I met my best friend. FBHS is where I discovered my absolute love for math. Yes, I know, loving math? Weird! This school is where I poured my blood, sweat, and tears into our competitive cheerleading team. We are blue and gold. We are safe. We are accepting. We are Fernandina Beach High School. Go Pirates!
Read 91 Reviews

• A-

• 929 Students
• 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

R.J. Murray Middle School

• St. Johns County School District, FL
• 6-8
• 4

Alum: Murray is a great school, especially for the arts program. All of the arts teachers have a lot of knowledge about what they are teaching. The best part is that you do not need any experience to try different classes. If you want to learn an instrument just sign up for an into class. The Cambridge program is a lot of work but will definitely prepare you for high school. They give lots of projects but are the nicest, most encouraging group of teachers.
Read 4 Reviews

• A-

• 708 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Lakeside Junior High School

• Clay County School District, FL
• 7-8
• 7

Alum: Lakeside Junior High School is a nice transition from elementary school and preparing students for high school. There is a lot of school pride among the campus, with an excellent staff and faculty.
Read 7 Reviews

• A-

• 895 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Gamble Rogers Middle School

• St. Johns County School District, FL
• 6-8
• 4

High School Junior: I was there for three years and it wasn't too bad
Read 4 Reviews

• A-

• 840 Students
• 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

James Weldon Johnson College Preparatory Middle School

• Duval County Public Schools, FL
• 6-8
• 20

High School Senior: The teachers are excellent! Each one was very knowledgable of their subject. Reading and writing, science, math, and history were always taught very well, and I came away with great information. The teaching methods differed from teacher to teacher, but each one was able to help me learn. Scheduling was fairly straightforward and easy, just take the classes you have to take, and choose whatever electives you'd like. The workload was substantial, but nothing unbearable. Overall the academics were absolutely fantastic, preparing me for high school extremely well.
Read 20 Reviews

• B+

• 1,018 Students
• 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Green Cove Springs Junior High School

• Clay County School District, FL
• 7-8

• B+

• 772 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Julia Landon College Preparatory & Leadership Development School

• Duval County Public Schools, FL
• 6-8
• 15

Middle School Student: Landon was a three year school that provided me with the necessary resources and preparation for high school. Every year there were two difficult classes, two extremely entertaining classes, three classes where we did not do much and one boring class. But there were many activities that kept students interested and more importantly things for students that they can put on applications or resumes. As an outgoing eighth grader I can say that I feel fully prepared for high school and I am ready to further my education.
Read 15 Reviews

• B+

• 752 Students
• 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Sebastian Middle School

• St. Johns County School District, FL
• 6-8
• 1

Alum: I really enjoyed my time at Sebastian Middle school. All the teachers were very helpful and pushed me to develope academically. Along with this, the facility itself is very nice and the sports programs were excellent.
Read 1 Review

• B+

• 622 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Kirby-Smith Middle School

• Duval County Public Schools, FL
• 6-8
• 3

Senior: It was a rather fulfilling experience. Along with the educational side of it, you gain even more friends when in an extracurricular activity. For me it was soccer and swimming. Those things and the teachers there were great. A lot of them really wanted to prepare you for highschool and see you succeed. Also, the end of the year rewards were nice to indulge into as well. My only issue then was having only 5 minutes to get to my next class. It was difficult because it's a big property; you could have a class in the main building and the next period have it on the other side of the school. Besides that I didn't have many complaints.
Read 3 Reviews

• B+

• 893 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Duval Charter School at Flagler Center

• Duval County Public Schools, FL
• K-8

• B

• 418 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Yulee Middle School

• Nassau County School District, FL
• 6-8
• 1

• B

• 938 Students
• 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Lake Asbury Junior High School

• Clay County School District, FL
• 7-8
• 1

Alum: Lake Asbury JH allowed me to transition into upper level school seamlessly. The academics and atmosphere were great. Mrs. Eaton was the best english teacher I have ever had.
Read 1 Review

• B

• 1,089 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Callahan Middle School

• Nassau County School District, FL
• 6-8
• 1

• B

• 743 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

LaVilla School of the Arts

• Duval County Public Schools, FL
• 6-8
• 7

Parent: LaVilla is one of THE best middle performing arts school. Not only that, their academics are excellent. The teachers are absolutely wonderful. Most, if not all of them have been there for years because they love their school and students. My daughters have learned so much in their arts area until they will be ahead in college should they choose to pursue their arts areas in dance and vocal. I can’t say enough about the academics. They are rated an A school since the doors opened in the district. My kids are challenged and more prepared academically.
Read 7 Reviews

• B

• 1,083 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Oakleaf Junior High School

• Clay County School District, FL
• 6-8
• 7

Parent: It's making me more aware of what I need it know and participate in my student's school academic and extra curricular activities.
Read 7 Reviews

• B

• 1,483 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Academy for Business & Leadership Education

• St. Johns County School District, FL
• 5-8

• B

• 55 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Wilkinson Junior High School

• Clay County School District, FL
• 6-8

• B

• 741 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio