Magnet Schools

St. Paul’s Catholic School is a Catholic private school PreK3 – 8th grade, located in historic Riverside in Jacksonville, Florida. The mission of St. Paul’s Catholic School is to nurture the growth and development of the whole child, from PreK-8th grade, within a Christ-centered environment. St. Paul’s Catholic School accepts…

Jacksonville Beach Elementary School is a dedicated Magnet School for gifted and academically talented (AT) students. All students must apply through the Duval County Schools Magnet Office and seats are awarded through the lottery system. Detailed application information is available at magnetprograms.com. Applications are accepted in January and February for…

Welcome to San Pablo “The Energy of the Beaches” and the home of Duval County’s only Health & Fitness Magnet Program! Our Health and Fitness program provides opportunities for academic excellence through an enriched and integrated curriculum with an emphasis placed on health and fitness. Beginning with the philosophy of…

The staff at J. Allen Axson Montessori Elementary is committed to providing a safe, caring environment with diversified instruction that promotes success for all students. We provide an internationally recognized Montessori educational program for children from the age of three through the fifth grade. Each teacher is specially trained in…

Darnell-Cookman Middle/High School, the School of the Medical Arts, provides high performing students an advanced academic curriculum with an overview of the professional medical fields by equipping them with the academic skills and experiences to support their future success in college as an undergraduate who intends to pursue advanced degrees.…

Mayport Coastal Sciences Middle School is proud to be the recipient of the Magnet Schools Assistance Program grant, which supports our Coastal Sciences magnet program. Our school uses its proximity to Northeast Florida’s main waterways, as well as partnerships with Mayport Naval Station, Jacksonville University, University of North Florida, the…

John E. Ford is a magnet montessori school. The Main Premises of Montessori Education are: Children are to be respected as different from adults and as individuals who differ from each other. The child possesses an unusual sensitivity and intellectual ability to absorb and learn from his environment that is…

Central Riverside is a gifted and talented magnet school. The Gifted and Academically Talented Program offers all students an enriched academic learning experience. Classes include more in-depth application of skills through special projects and hands-on experiences. Gifted activities and instructional strategies are incorporated into the regular academic programs. Students who…

Sally Mathis is a Science, Technology, Engineering, Math magnet.

Thomas Jefferson is a multiple intelligence magnet that celebrates everyone’s unique talents.

Where Arts Inspire Excellence We provide all students with an exciting opportunity to develop their artistic, dramatic and musical talents while pursuing an arts integrated curriculum designed to foster academic success. Our highly specialized faculty helps provide an aesthetic environment that enhances the creative and academic growth of our students.…

Andrew Jackson High School offers a number of programs that help students develop into world-class global citizens. Below is a list of the programs that we have to offer: AIR FORCE JROTC MAGNET The Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps is a magnet program that focuses on leadership education…

Andrew Robinson has an active magnet program with an emphasis in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics. Students in the magnet program receive program continuity to Kirby Smith Middle School. Resources Available – Engineering Lab Classes, Elementary Robotics Team, Math Lab Classes In addition to the magnet program, Robinson is…

All students at Asa Philip Randolph Academies of Technology High School will graduate with the knowledge and certified skills necessary to be successful in their post secondary educational endeavors, the military, or the workforce.

Mission: Baldwin Middle-Senior High School is dedicated to providing high-quality educational opportunities for all students. Students are engaged in learning across the curriculum and every child is expected to graduate on time with a career choice in mind. We are preparing a well-rounded, literate, character-filled cohort of American Citizens who…

Our mission at Carter G. Woodson Elementary is to provide a safe and civil environment with an emphasis on rigorous standards-based curriculum and student inquiry, integrated with grade specific medical themes, laying a foundation for students to pursue academic excellence and become life-long learners.

Chimney Lakes Elementary School’s International Studies Magnet Program The goal of the International Studies program at Chimney Lakes Elementary is to offer our students a world of learning opportunities for students to experience the rich diversity of cultures from around the world. Our magnet program’s theme is intertwined throughout our…

FUNdamental Learning Through Business & Entrepreneurship Vision: Every student is inspired and prepared for success in college or a career, and life. Mission: To provide educational excellence in every school, in every classroom, for every student, every day.

Welcome to Dinsmore Elementary School, a Science Magnet. At Dinsmore Elementary School, we aspire to create, with family and community support, a secure environment where children are authentically engaged in standards based work. In order to do this, clear expectations and communication between school and home are essential.

Douglas Anderson School of the Arts is a Duval County Public School for students grades 9 through 12 with a desire for intensive study in the arts. Established as an arts school in 1985, the school attracts students from all parts of North Florida and South Georgia who have talent…

Englewood Elementary School is a magnet school for Literacy and Technology. We strive to integrate technology into all of our classrooms through the use of computers, smartboards, document cameras, and clicker software. Literacy is an integral part of our instruction in all grade levels, our students are readers. We use…

As one of the newest magnet programs, the Young Men’s Leadership Academy at Eugene J. Butler offers single-gender classroom experiences to its students beginning in 2015 – 2016. The school is divided into two academies, boys and girls, both with its own set of administrators to provide maximum support to…

The Young Women’s Leadership Academy at Eugene J. Butler is the first all-girl school in Duval County to focus on the use of single gender strategies to enhance the academic skills of young ladies. The purpose of the Leadership Academy is to provide 6th-8th grade girls with a nurturing learning…

Fishweir Elementary School’s Performing Arts Magnet Program provides opportunities for all students to express themselves creatively in the areas of oral, written, visual and performing arts. The school offers a well-rounded enrichment program that integrates artistic and expressive communication into the daily curriculum. Fishweir magnet students are given priority consideration…

Fort Caroline Middle is dedicated in its quest to offer students a challenging academic and technology oriented curriculum that will enhance global consciousness, developing skills for the 21st century workforce. Young men from grades 6 – 12 will participate in various cultural and educational experiences such as visits to college…

Provide all students with the tools and skills needed to realize their greatest potential by offering high quality academic and career-technical education and supporting the development of our students’ work ethic, personal responsibility, and respect for others. Agriscience Academy, Automotive Academy, Aviation Academy, Communications Academy, Cosmetology Academy, Culinary Academy, Early…

Welcome to Greenfield Elementary School a Science, Technology, Engineering and Math Magnet school. In support of this the school theme is for the 2015-2016 school year is “Set sail for learning!!”

The vision of Henry F. Kite Elementary is that every student is inspired and prepared for success in college or a career, and life. Themes: International Studies

Highlands Middle School’s Digital Media program is designed to prepare students for future endeavors that are aimed at developing their interest in Technology and Science careers by interactive learning experiences through hands-on experimentation in the STEM lab; up-to-date computer training; and Science related field trips.

Holiday Hill is a Gifted and Academically Talented Magnet Program. Our program offers gifted services on campus and gifted instructional strategies are taught to the entire student body. Our leadership program highlights a “Teachers of Tomorrow” program, Patrols, Student Council and Leader of the Month awards. Holiday Hill has continuity…

James Weldon Johnson is a dedicated magnet school offering two tracks: Academically Talented Gifted When filling out a magnet application, you must select only one of these tracks. If you apply for both your application may be rejected by the magnet office. You can only apply for the gifted track…

Welcome to Jean Ribault Middle School – home of the Mighty Colts. We are proud to be an EARLY HIGH SCHOOL Magnet Program where students can earn high school credits in middle school. We are also an AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) Middle School, which means that we promote college…

We believe in educating the whole child here at Ribault High School. We offer the following programs: AP Classes: in Social Studies, Language Arts, and Science JROTC: The only Marine JROTC in Northern Florida GEARUP: A college readiness program Dual Enrollment / Early College: A partnership with FSCJ

A Math, Science and Technology Magnet School where excellence sets the standard!

Our vision at Julia Landon College Preparatory and Leadership Development School is to create college bound students with a deep commitment to public service and a true understanding of their leadership skills within the global community.

Students in our gifted program are challenged daily with accelerated gifted curriculum. Our gifted 7th grade math students are currently working with interactive learning programs such as http://www.algebranation.com/ This curriculum prepares them for the rigors of specialized high school programs at our magnet or neighborhood high schools. Our gifted students…

We believe all who enter Lake Forest Elementary School are stars who make a difference in each others’ lives. Through communication, cooperation and collaboration, as well as the infusion of the arts, we will celebrate and foster a life long love of learning.

Lake Shore Middle School is proud to be an International Baccalaureate Middle Years Progamme. We believe in providing a rigorous and relevant education to Every Student, Every Day.

LaVilla School of the Arts is a public magnet school in Duval County, Florida dedicated to serving students in grades 6-8 with a passion for the arts. We are an “A” school that combines a strong academic foundation with focused study in creative writing, dance, video production, music, performance, and…

Our Magnet program places special emphasis on Math, Science, and Technology through special activities, clubs, field trips and school-wide projects. Our goals are to: Develop positive student and parental attitudes toward learning Improve problem-solving and critical thinking skills Increase career awareness in the areas of Math, Science and Technology Increase…

Loretto Elementary is a Technology themed Magnet School. Simply stated, we offer students access to more computers and computer based paraphernalia than most other schools. What does Loretto offer? 2 fully staffed computer labs with 30+ computers in each A media center with 25 student laptops and a media specialist…

We are the Mandarin Mustangs and our school-wide theme this 2014-15 school year is – EXCELLENCE WITH HEART. We are ready to give all our talents and skills to ensure the success of every child on our campus. Our HIGH FIVE says that we focus on five major goals: EXCELLENCE,…

This year we will focus on increasing academic achievement in reading, math and science and enriching the lives of all of our children through the study of foreign language, art, and music! Each day our students will experience engaging, rigorous instruction aligned to the Florida standards, demonstrate their understanding in…

Matthew Gilbert is a magnet school with a focus on career exploration. It is our expectation to provide as many opportunities as possible for the students to be exposed to as many different types of careers as available. In addition to talking about and encouraging the search of careers, Matthew…

Welcome back to our Mayport Coastal Sciences Academy families and a warm coastal welcome to our guests! We have now completed our fourth year of implementing our coastal sciences magnet program and the halls and walls of our school are vibrating with students’ exciting discoveries! Our young coastal scientists are…

Mayport Coastal Sciences Middle School is proud to be the recipient of the Magnet Schools Assistance Program grant, which supports our Coastal Sciences magnet program. Our school uses its proximity to Northeast Florida’s main waterways, as well as partnerships with Mayport Naval Station, Jacksonville University, University of North Florida, the…

San Jose Schools is a tuition-free, public charter school group that offers an abundance of school choice to fit every family’s needs. Students graduate career and college ready. Mandarin, grades K-12 on a single campus: Visit San Jose Primary to see grades K-5 experience hands-on, Authentic Learning in science, technology, engineering, arts and math…

Pre-K3 through Eighth Grade – Holy Family Catholic School is committed to the success of every student, by providing a rigorous academic curriculum, rooted in Gospel values. Our outstanding faculty meet students at their level and challenge them to reach their full potential. Our preschool programs are designed to enhance and…

Cornerstone Classical Academy is a tuition-free classical charter school opening August 2020. CCA will begin K-6th grade and add a grade each year until 12th. We are located on 16+ acres on St. Johns Bluff Road in east Jacksonville, Florida. We exist to create a community of students who will…

IDEA Public Schools believe that each and every child can go to college. Since 2000, IDEA Public Schools has grown from a small school with 150 students to the fastest-growing network of tuition-free, Pre-K-12 public charter schools in the United States. Currently, the network serves 66,000 college-bound students in 120…

GOCA Arts, a free K-8 public charter school, is set to open in August, 2024 in the Town Center area. The school will serve students in grades K-6 in the first year of operations. GOCA Arts is designed to foster an education that blends the arts and traditional academic subjects.…

Becoming Collegiate Academy (BCA) is a tuition-free, college preparatory, public – charter school that prepares all students in grades kindergarten through 5th grade for success in college and life. Our uniquely crafted program is designed to cultivate engagement, inspiration, and robust connections with students, educators, parents, and the community. Drawing…

River City Science Academy (RCSA) Elementary is an A-rated, tuition-free Duval County Public Charter School located in Jacksonville, serving grades K – 5, with a focus in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). RCSA provides strong academics and college bound programs in addition to after school programs. RCSA is one…

River City Science Academy (RCSA) Innovation is an A-rated, tuition-free Duval County Public Charter School located in Jacksonville, serving grades K – 8, with a focus in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). RCSA provides strong academics and college bound programs in addition to after school programs. RCSA is one…

River City Science Academy (RCSA) Intracoastal is an A-rated, tuition-free Duval County Public Charter School located in Jacksonville, serving grades K – 8, with a focus in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). RCSA provides strong academics and college bound programs in addition to after school programs. RCSA is one…

River City Science Academy (RCSA) Middle-High is an A-rated, tuition-free Duval County Public Charter School located in Jacksonville, serving grades 6 – 12, with a focus in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). RCSA provides strong academics and college bound programs in addition to after school programs. RCSA is one…

River City Science Academy (RCSA) Mandarin is an A-rated, tuition-free Duval County Public Charter School located in Jacksonville, serving grades K – 8, with a focus in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). RCSA provides strong academics and college bound programs in addition to after school programs. RCSA is one…

River City Science Academy (RCSA) Southeast is an A-rated, tuition-free Duval County Public Charter School located in Jacksonville, serving grades K – 8, with a focus in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). RCSA provides strong academics and college bound programs in addition to after school programs. RCSA is one…