North Florida Educational Institute

580 Lawton Ave Jacksonville, FL 32208
www.nfei.org

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 166 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

About the School

  • North Florida Educational Institute is created to serve students in the city of Jacksonville and the surrounding counties.
  • The program is set up to meet the needs of students with specific learning disabilities, underachieving in oversized classrooms, and lacking the basic fundamental academic skills.
  • Our students may have problems keeping organized, and may easily lose schoolwork.
  • They may feel frustrated and like they can't catch up to their peers until they begin school here.
  • They are smart but need help and encouragement.
  • NFEI students want to learn, and can succeed if they are given the right tools.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 166 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Students By Grade
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
166 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
96%
State avg.: 48%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Motto: A place where everyone can achieve
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for North Florida Educational Institute?
The application deadline for North Florida Educational Institute is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is North Florida Educational Institute located?
North Florida Educational Institute is located in the Northside neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 12 other private schools located in Northside.

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The average private school tuition in Jacksonville, FL is $12,709 for elementary schools and $13,523 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Jacksonville, FL is 89% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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