2019 Best Schools with Gifted and Talented Programs in the Jacksonville AreaAbout this List

Stanton College Preparatory

• Duval County Public Schools, FL
• 9-12
• 712

Junior: My three years at Stanton College Preparatory have been increasingly challenging, but also a blast! There are so many academic opportunities provided here outside of the AP and IB curriculum, such as the NACLO qualifying examinations, and a multiple successful sports teams. The high level of student involvement is definitely visible, even when extracurriculars aren't in session. The population is made up of high-achieving, motivated students, and while that definitely increases academic pressure between peers, it also promotes success and the development of strong time management and grit.
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• A+

• 1,508 Students
• 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Ponte Vedra High School

• St. Johns County School District, FL
• 9-12
• 235

Freshman: Ponte Vedra High School is relatively new, but extremely competitive. They have an amazing dance and cheer team, and an amazing HOPE teacher. The classrooms are big, new, and very clean. The restrooms are also very clean, and the campus is organized and spread out so the growing amount of students do not feel cramped. I recently attended the Freshman Orientation and the dedication the administration and upper class-men put into making the freshmen feel welcome is amazing! One thing I would like to change is the fact that it is somewhat difficult to find a seat in the cafeteria, and most usually end up sitting outdoors. In fall the weather is very nice, but leaves much to be desired during the winter-time. Some staff members are a bit unfriendly, but most are simply spectacular! Overall I highly recommend Ponte Vedra High School, and am looking forward to a great 4 years there!
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• A+

• 1,629 Students
• 22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Bartram Trail High School

• St. Johns County School District, FL
• 9-12
• 413

Senior: Bartram Trail High School is highly competitive academically which allows the students to strive harder for their goals which is an outstanding number of college and military paths. The electives are all very well run while the academies are very professional so much so that we "dress for success" once a month, like a person would dress in a real career on a day to day basis. The resounding pride at Bartram is very evident in the students and their energy. Bartram has so many amazing opportunities to find life long friendships, and life long supportive teachers and faculty, which results in an overall family away from home feeling and a feeling of acceptance and importance. You are rarely ignored when you walk through the Bartram Trail doors and will most likely always be greeted by someone as soon as you step ten feet into the building. Bartram Trail is a diverse and culturally adept school that helps prepare students for college with their excellent AP courses. GO BEARS!
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• A

• 2,107 Students
• 23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Durbin Creek Elementary School

• St. Johns County School District, FL
• PK, K-5
• 2

Niche User: Excellent learning environment. Caring Staff. Wonderful parents. A nice neighborhood full of large spacious houses. Excellent potential for students to be want they choose and start on a path towards future greatness! Safety is now covered by outsourced, well trained security who place all the concerns of Staff and Children while maintaining a safe environment ahead of any personal concerns. A great place for children to start!
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• A

• 563 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Julington Creek Elementary School

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

Parent: Truly an amazing school! The teachers truly care! The best part is that believe kids should still have fun while learning! My daughter gets upset very easy and her teach is 10xs more understand than her old school. My son struggles in reading they have done one on one reading with him and he is almost on level! I am blessed to be part of such a wonderful school.
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• A

• 972 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Paxon School for Advanced Studies

• Duval County Public Schools, FL
• 9-12
• 727

Senior: Paxon is a very diverse! Educating students from all around the world like India, Germany, Asia, and even Europe! Paxon celebrates our diversity through the topics in classes allowing students to embrace one another as well as having cultural festivals during the year. The educators are the best in the county, giving time to each student to help them learn in their own way, striving for a greatness in the rigorous system for AP and IB courses.
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• A

• 1,491 Students
• 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Timberlin Creek Elementary School

• St. Johns County School District, FL
• PK, K-5
• 1

• A

• 942 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Ocean Palms Elementary School

• St. Johns County School District, FL
• PK, K-5

• A

• 825 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

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 .
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• A

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

Ponte Vedra Palm Valley - Rawlings Elementary School

• St. Johns County School District, FL
• PK, K-5
• 1

Alum: An amazing elementary school. The teachers are AMAZING. I attended this school from Kindergarten to 5th grade. I made very strong connections with several teachers, connections I still have to this day. I am so proud to say that I come from this school. I made so many friendships here. The teachers were happy to be doing what they were doing. The administration here is outstanding. This is the place to send your child to elementary school. You wont regret it.
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• A

• 1,026 Students
• 14:1 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.
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• 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.
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• A

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

Hickory Creek Elementary School

• St. Johns County School District, FL
• PK, K-5

• A

• 622 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

R.B. Hunt Elementary School

• St. Johns County School District, FL
• PK, K-5

• A

• 658 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Fleming Island High School

• Clay County School District, FL
• PK, 9-12
• 480

Senior: Fleming Island High was a great school! The teachers truly cared about your education as well as your well-being. The school is HUGE and a great place to take photos. The campus is mostly clean, thanks to our faculty. The principle is absolutely AMAZING. It is obvious he has a love for his job and the students that attend. There is always plenty for a student to do, and a group for everyone to fit in with. One of the negatives is the lack of "follow through." Dress code is enforced only on minorities and when staff feel like it. Many girls get away with extremely short dresses the entire year and as well boys wearing shorts. When rules are broken, many students work their way out of punishment while other students (who don't have connections like that) have to go through it.
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• A

• 2,232 Students
• 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Allen D. Nease Senior High School

• St. Johns County School District, FL
• 9-12
• 314

Senior: Nease High School is a great school when it comes to academics and clubs. If there is a club that you want to join, you can find it here!

My experience has been wonderful thanks to the arts program here. The teachers are absolutely amazing and I have met many wonderful people here through these classes.
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• A

• 2,059 Students
• 22:1 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.
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• A

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

Wards Creek Elementary School

• St. Johns County School District, FL
• PK, K-5
• 2

Parent: This is a fantastic school! My daughter is on her 3rd year at WCE and we only have positive things to say about all the teachers and administration.
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• A

• 895 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Creekside High School

• St. Johns County School District, FL
• 9-12
• 313

Sophomore: Creekside has been a great school the time I have gone there. It conveys the epitome of a high school environment. That being said, it is above average in many ways they have some amazing teachers and staff. The football team is looking up this season so the sports aspect is improving! Although it is a predominantly white school there are a handful of people of color who do excell in Creekside’s environment.
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• A

• 2,007 Students
• 23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Cunningham Creek Elementary School

• St. Johns County School District, FL
• PK, K-5

• A

• 956 Students
• 14:1 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.
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• A

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

W. Douglas Hartley Elementary School

• St. Johns County School District, FL
• PK, K-5

• A

• 689 Students
• 15:1 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.
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• A

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

Hilliard Elementary School

• Nassau County School District, FL
• PK, K-5

• A

• 704 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio