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College Success Award
These are some of the best public high schools in Jacksonville at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
Districts
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Duval County Public Schools
128,657 students | JACKSONVILLE, FL
Grades PK, K-12 | 218 schools -
Pasco
84,049 students | LAND O' LAKES, FL
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 120 schools -
The School District of Osceola County
73,558 students | KISSIMMEE, FL
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 89 schools -
Clay
39,215 students | GREEN COVE SPRINGS, FL
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 54 schools
Reviews From Schools in Jacksonville
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Parent / Guardian
September 12, 2025
This school not good for students. Teachers are really mean, not helpful at all. Do not recommend
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Kernan Trail Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
September 11, 2025
My son was sent home and punished for something he didn’t do. They are quick to judge, point the finger. They just want a quick resolution for a problem they can’t contain. Not figuring out who did... More
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The Foundation Academy
Parent / Guardian
September 10, 2025
This school has so much potential and I’m not sure if leadership knows what to do with it. The district doesn’t give as much support either. For safety, they put some things in place that are... More
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Kirby-Smith Middle School