With a mission of inspiring in all its students a passion for lifelong learning and creating educated and caring contributors to the world, the St. Johns County School District serves as the designated public school system for the RiverTown neighborhood. This highly regarded school district has received recognition as well as several awards. Here are a few highlights:

*School Match – St. Johns County School District in top 14 percent of nation in "what parents want" in public schools

*Expansion Management Magazine Blue Ribbon Award for Best-Educated Workforce

*Overall grade of A six years in a row, one of only 10 school districts in the state

*Fifth overall ranking out of 67 counties on Florida standardized tests

In addition to the public school system, Jacksonville and St. Augustine are home to many colleges and universities, including:

• University of North Florida
• Jacksonville University
• Flagler College
• St. Johns River Community College
• Florida Community College of Jacksonville