For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,129 students in Fernandina Beach, FL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Fernandina Beach, FL are Emma Love Hardee Elementary School, Fernandina Beach Middle School and Nassau Virtual Franchise. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Fernandina Beach, FL public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in Fernandina Beach have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Elementary Schools in Fernandina Beach, FL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Emma Love Hardee Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2200 Susan Dr
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 321-5974
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 321-5974
Gr: 3-5 | 645 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Fernandina Beach Middle School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
315 Citrona Dr
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 321-5867
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 321-5867
Gr: 6-8 | 689 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Nassau Virtual Franchise
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1201 Atlantic Ave
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 491-9913
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 491-9913
Gr: K-12 | 86 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #44.
Nassau Virtual Instruction Program
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1201 Atlantic Ave
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 491-9886
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 491-9886
Gr: K-12
Rank: n/an/a
Nassau County Community School
Alternative School
1201 Atlantic Avenue
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 491-9883
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 491-9883
Gr: 6-12 | 90 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
1201 Atlantic Ave
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 491-9913
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 491-9913
Gr: K-12
Rank: n/an/a
1112 Jasmine St
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 321-5870
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 321-5870
Gr: PK-2 | 619 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Fernandina Beach, Florida ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1205 Atlantic Ave
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 321-5860
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 321-5860
Gr: 2-3 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Nassau Community Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
76346 William Burgess Rd Bldg
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 548-1750
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 548-1750
Gr: 6-12
Nassau County Superintendent's Office (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
11201 Atlantic Avenue
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 491-990
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 491-990
Nassau Juvenile Residential Facility (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
1781 Lisa Ave
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 277-4244
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 277-4244
Gr: 6-12 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
1201 Atlantic Ave
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 491-9913
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 491-9913
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Fernandina Beach, FL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Fernandina Beach, FL include Emma Love Hardee Elementary School, Fernandina Beach Middle School and Nassau Virtual Franchise.
How many public elementary schools are located in Fernandina Beach?
7 public elementary schools are located in Fernandina Beach.
What is the racial composition of students in Fernandina Beach?
Fernandina Beach public elementary schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Fernandina Beach are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Fernandina Beach include: Southside Elementary School vs. Emma Love Hardee Elementary School, Emma Love Hardee Elementary School vs. Southside Elementary School
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