St. Johns, Florida facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
St. Johns
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Unincorporated community
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 St. Johns, Florida
Location in Florida
St. Johns, Florida
Location in the United States
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| State | Florida |
| County | St. Johns |
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 2797981 |
St. Johns is a growing community in St. Johns County, Florida, United States. It's like a neighborhood that isn't officially a city. St. Johns is a suburb of Jacksonville, meaning it's a residential area near a larger city.
In 2000, about 18,063 people lived here. By 2016, the population grew a lot, reaching around 86,400 people. St. Johns is part of the larger Jacksonville metropolitan area. It is located about halfway between downtown Jacksonville and downtown St. Augustine.
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How St. Johns Got Its Name
For a long time, this area was listed as part of Jacksonville by the United States Postal Service. This was confusing because St. Johns is actually in a different county.
In 2005, local leaders decided to give the community its own name. They wanted to make it clear that St. Johns was separate from Jacksonville. They held a poll to choose a new name.
Choosing a New Identity
The name "St. Johns" was chosen from five options. The other choices were River Cove, St. Johns Cove, River Oaks, and Bartram. Some people, especially those in older areas like Fruit Cove, did not want a new name. However, the effort to get a unique name for the area was successful. This led to "St. Johns" being officially recognized by the Postal Service.
Schools in St. Johns
Students in St. Johns attend schools managed by the St. Johns County School District. There are many schools for different age groups in the area.
Elementary Schools
- Cunningham Creek Elementary
- Durbin Creek Elementary
- Hickory Creek Elementary
- Julington Creek Elementary
Timberlin Creek Elementary is also nearby and serves some students from St. Johns. Ocean Palms Elementary serves students living in the Beachwalk area.
Middle Schools
The main middle schools for students are Fruit Cove Middle School and Switzerland Point Middle School. Alice B. Landrum Middle School also serves residents of Beachwalk.
High Schools
Where high school students go depends on where they live. Students living in the northern and western parts of St. Johns attend Creekside High School. Other students attend Bartram Trail High School. A new school, Beachside High School, opened in 2022.
K-8 Schools
Some schools in the area combine elementary and middle grades. These K-8 schools include:
- Liberty Pines Academy
- Patriot Oaks Academy
- Freedom Crossing Academy
