Education

NS Mayport is serviced by the Duval County Public Schools.

Local and Public Schools

Naval Station Mayport is located in the Duval County Public School District. Other surrounding school districts are; Clay (approx.44miles). Nassau (approx. 27 miles) and St. Johns (approx. 30 miles).

Duval County Public Schools (DCPS) is the public school district that serves the families and children residing the City of Jacksonville, Florida. As of 2015, the district had an enrollment of over 128,000 students, making it the 20th largest school district in the Unites States, and the 6th largest school district in Florida. The districts's 197 schools are traditional neighborhood and magnet schools, charter schools, and alternative schools, all of which serve students of various needs. The district is managed by the Duval County School Board and the Superintendent.  Dr. Diana Greene has been the Superintendent since July 2018.

According to the Florida Department of Education's school grade system, which is based on the New Florida Standards and Florida Standard Assessments (FSA) test results, DCPS achieved and overall ranking of "B", in 2018.

Duval County Schools website: https://dcps.duvalschools.org/

Incoming student information:  https://dcps.duvalschools.org/domain/10370

Duval Magnet and Choice Program

Magnet schools give students the chance to attend schools that focus on themes or career areas of special interest to the student. More than 50 schools offer over 30 programs ranging from culnary arts and Montessori to computer science and the medical professions. Students can often follow the same magnet theme from elementary to middle and high school. Transportation is provided within established guidelines.

https://dcps.duvalschools.org/domain/4417

Charter Schools

Charter schools are public schools that operate on a performance contract, or "charter", with the Duval County School Board and are intended to expand school choice options for students. Charter schools are freed from many of the regulations that govern traditional public schools, but they are held accountable for academic and financial results. Charter schools must hire certified teachers. Duval County has 32 charter schools serving grades Kindergarten thru twelfth. Each Charter school has its own governing board that oversees the operation of the Charter school complaints.

https://dcps.duvalschools.org/domain/5451

Private Schools

Duval County private schools include independent, parochial, religious and non-religious options.

Best Duval County Private Schools (2021-22) : Best Private Schools in Duval County (2021-22) (privateschoolreview.com)

Homeschooling

Home Education is a parent-directed education alternative. This option allows the student freedom to explore and learn at his/her individual pace. Parents who provide instruction to their children at home are requested to read carefully and comply with all the state statutes and regulations governing the operation of a Home Education program.

The law requires the custodial parent(s)/guardian(s) of home education students to:

• Submit Notice of Intent to Establish a Home Education Program Form within 30 days of the start date.
• Maintain Parent Report of home School Grades
• Adhere to the Annual Evaluation Checklist
• Submit Notice of Intent to Terminate a Home Education Program

For more information about Homeschooling in Duval County:

• https://dcps.duvalschools.org/page/9847
• Florida Department of Education: Directory of Offices and Programs by Function.
• Office Contacts (fldoe.org)

Adult Education

Duval County is home to the following 6 Colleges:

• Edwards Waters College - https://www.ewc.edu/
• Florida State College at Jacksonville - https://www.fscj.edu/
• Jacksonville University - https://www.ju.edu/
• Trinity Baptist College - Trinity Baptist College: A Christian College in Jacksonville, FL (tbc.edu)
• University of North Florida - https://www.unf.edu/
• Navy College Program - https://www.navycollege.navy.mil/

The Navy College Program is a resource for Sailors who are preparing to make the next move in their careers through voluntary education. Learn how to get started, how to prepare, how to work with the Navy College Virtual Education Center, about choosing schools, about funding options and much more.