- LAKE ASBURY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 7–8 · 940 students
- OAKLEAF JUNIOR HIGH — Grades 6–8 · 906 students
- LAKESIDE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 865 students
- ORANGE PARK JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 7–8 · 832 students
- GREEN COVE SPRINGS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 7–8 · 793 students
- WILKINSON JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 7–8 · 711 students
- OAKLEAF HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 2,307 students
- MIDDLEBURG HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 1,866 students
- ORANGE PARK HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 1,844 students
- RIDGEVIEW HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 1,792 students
- CLAY HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 1,776 students
- FLEMING ISLAND HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 1,765 students
- FLORIDA YOUTH CHALLENGE ACADEMY — Grades 9–12 · 17 students
- KEYSTONE HEIGHTS JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH — Grades 7–12 · 1,139 students
- TYNES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–6 · 1,047 students
- OAKLEAF VILLAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–6 · 1,022 students
- ST JOHNS CLASSICAL ACADEMY — Grades PK–12 · 978 students
- LAKE ASBURY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–6 · 935 students
- PLANTATION OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–6 · 915 students
- DISCOVERY OAKS ELEMENTARY — Grades PK–6 · 915 students
- KEYSTONE HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY — Grades PK–6 · 779 students
- RIDEOUT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–6 · 768 students
- THUNDERBOLT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–6 · 756 students
- LAKESIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–6 · 726 students
- ARGYLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–6 · 722 students
- SPRING PARK ELEMENTARY — Grades PK–6 · 698 students
- SHADOWLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–6 · 695 students
- CLAY CHARTER ACADEMY — Grades K–8 · 693 students
- J.L. WILKINSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–6 · 690 students
- ROBERT M. PATERSON ELEMENTARY — Grades PK–6 · 665 students
- W E CHERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–6 · 652 students
- FLEMING ISLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–6 · 629 students
- RIDGEVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–6 · 592 students
- COPPERGATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–6 · 587 students
- MIDDLEBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–6 · 581 students
- CHARLES E. BENNETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–6 · 564 students
- DOCTORS INLET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–6 · 545 students
- MCRAE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–6 · 544 students
- + 17 more other schools
| Metric | Clay County School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 39,215 | 3,700 | Much larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 52 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $9,098/yr | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 9/10 — Excellent | — | Above average |
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Ranked against 74 rated districts in FL → 84th percentile → 9/10.
Source: Florida Dept. of Education FAST ELA & Mathematics, 2024. Full methodology →
About Clay County School District
Clay County School District is the public school district assigned to zip code 32656 in Clay, Florida. Serving students from Pre-K–12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 32656. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Understanding the 9/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Clay County School District 9 out of 10 — top-tier among Florida public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Florida’s FAST ELA & Mathematics assessments (2024 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Florida is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Clay County School District ranks among the highest-performing public school districts in Florida on state assessments, with reading and math proficiency rates in roughly the top 10–20% statewide. Homes in and around zip code 32656 often carry a measurable premium relative to neighboring areas served by lower-rated districts. Families moving here for academic strength will find a district whose students test well above the state norm. Even within top-rated districts, individual school performance varies — confirm your specific school assignments directly with the district.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 32656
Children in zip code 32656 are assigned to Clay County School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K–12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 32656, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Clay County School District at (904)336-6500 or visit oneclay.net. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Florida districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Keystone Heights
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Clay County School District serves zip code 32656, homes in and around zip code 32656 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Florida, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Clay County School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 32656.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Clay County School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 32656 data.