Duval Schools set attendance zones for two new elementary schools opening in 2027

Duval County Public Schools has finalized the attendance boundaries for two new elementary schools set to open in less than a year, a move that will reshape where thousands of Jacksonville families send their children to school starting in fall 2027.

The Duval County School Board voted Sept. 1 to approve the new attendance zones for Hogan-Spring Glen Elementary and Spring Park Elementary, both scheduled to open in August 2027. The decision affects students currently assigned to Love Grove, Englewood, and Spring Park elementary schools, with the first two campuses slated to close when the new buildings come online.

What's happening

The approved boundaries determine which students will attend Hogan-Spring Glen Elementary and which will go to Spring Park Elementary when the 2027-28 school year begins.

The district is replacing Love Grove and Englewood elementary schools with the two new facilities. As previously announced, Love Grove and Englewood are scheduled to close in August 2027 when the new schools open their doors.

Students currently zoned for Love Grove and Englewood will be reassigned to either Hogan-Spring Glen or Spring Park based on the newly approved attendance boundaries. Students already zoned for Hogan-Spring Glen Elementary will not be affected by the boundary changes—they will automatically enroll in the new Hogan-Spring Glen campus when it opens.

Some students currently zoned for the existing Spring Park Elementary will also see changes under the new boundaries, though the district has not specified how many families or which specific neighborhoods are affected.

Families impacted by the boundary changes will receive confirmation from Duval County Public Schools in November 2026, notifying them of the school where their child will be enrolled for the 2027-28 school year. The district has published an interactive map showing the approved attendance boundaries.

Impact on families and enrollment

School boundary changes are among the most closely watched decisions a district can make, directly affecting families' daily routines, commute times, and in some cases, property values. For parents with students at Love Grove and Englewood, the upcoming closures mean their children will attend brand-new facilities—but not necessarily together, depending on where they live within the new zones.

Parents whose children currently attend the same elementary school may find themselves split between two different campuses under the new boundaries. Conversely, some families may gain access to newer facilities closer to home, depending on how the lines were drawn.

The district has told families they do not need to take any action at this time. Enrollment into the new schools will be handled automatically based on each student's home address and the approved attendance zones. That approach is standard practice when districts redraw boundaries: students are reassigned based on residency, and families receive notification letters well ahead of the school year.

For families considering a move to Duval County or those house-hunting within Jacksonville, the new boundaries take effect with the 2027-28 school year. Prospective homebuyers often research school assignments as part of their decision-making, and real-estate agents in Northeast Florida routinely field questions about which elementary school serves a given address.

Why the district is building new schools

School construction projects in fast-growing districts like Duval County typically serve two purposes: adding capacity in areas where enrollment is outpacing seats, and replacing aging facilities that are costly to maintain or no longer meet modern educational standards.

The closure of Love Grove and Englewood elementary schools suggests the district is consolidating older campuses into new, purpose-built facilities. Florida school districts often face a choice between expensive renovations to bring decades-old buildings up to code—including upgrades for accessibility, safety, HVAC, and technology infrastructure—and constructing new schools that can serve students more efficiently.

New elementary schools also allow districts to incorporate updated design features, such as secure entry vestibules, modern cafeterias and media centers, flexible classroom layouts, and improved stormwater management on campus. For families, the tangible differences often include better air conditioning, updated playgrounds, and technology-ready classrooms.

The location of the two new schools and the shape of their attendance zones will determine whether the project adds net capacity to the district or primarily replaces existing seats. Duval County has seen uneven enrollment growth, with some parts of Jacksonville adding students while others see declining or stable numbers, a pattern common in mature urban school districts.

What this means for neighborhoods and property

School assignments are a well-documented factor in residential real estate. Homes zoned for highly rated or brand-new schools often command a premium, while boundary changes can shift demand within a neighborhood.

For homeowners in areas now zoned for the new Hogan-Spring Glen or Spring Park elementary schools, the assignment to a new facility may be seen as a selling point, particularly if the replaced schools were older or if the new campus is closer. Conversely, families who purchased homes specifically to attend a certain school may find the boundary shift disruptive, especially if siblings at different grade levels could end up at different campuses during a transition period.

Real-estate agents and title companies in Duval County will need to update their records and disclosure materials to reflect the new boundaries. Buyers closing on homes in the affected areas between now and August 2027 should verify which school will serve the address once the new boundaries take effect, as the current assignment may not match the 2027-28 enrollment.

The district's interactive map is the authoritative source for the approved zones, and families are encouraged to use it to confirm their school assignment by address.

Construction timeline and facility readiness

Both new elementary schools are on track to open in August 2027, the start of the 2027-28 academic year. Meeting that deadline requires the district to complete construction, equip classrooms, hire and train staff, and coordinate the physical move-in for students—all within the next eleven months.

School construction projects in Florida are subject to state building codes, Americans with Disabilities Act requirements, and often local stormwater and environmental permitting. Delays in any of those areas can push back opening dates, though the district has not indicated any concerns about the timeline.

Staffing the new schools will also require the district to recruit principals, teachers, support staff, and custodial and food-service workers. In a competitive labor market for educators, opening two new elementary campuses simultaneously adds to the district's hiring needs.

The closure of Love Grove and Englewood raises the question of what will happen to those facilities. School districts in Florida have repurposed closed campuses for a variety of uses, including administrative offices, early-learning centers, community programs, or sale to other public or private entities. Duval County Public Schools has not announced plans for the sites.

How transportation and busing will work

Elementary school transportation is a significant operational challenge for any boundary change. Younger students typically rely on school buses, and redrawing attendance zones requires the district to redesign routes, adjust pickup and drop-off times, and communicate changes to families.

Duval County Public Schools operates one of the largest student-transportation systems in Florida. The district will need to ensure that bus routes serving the new Hogan-Spring Glen and Spring Park elementary schools are in place and tested before the first day of school in August 2027.

Families living within a certain distance of their assigned school—typically two miles for elementary students in Florida—may not be eligible for bus service and would be expected to arrange their own transportation. The new attendance boundaries may change whether a family qualifies for busing, depending on how far their home is from the new school compared to the old assignment.

Parents should watch for communications from the district in November 2026 and again in the summer of 2027 with specific details about bus routes, stop locations, and pickup times.

What happens next

Families whose students are affected by the approved attendance boundaries will receive confirmation letters in November 2026, specifying the school where their child will be enrolled for the 2027-28 school year.

No action is required from families at this time. Duval County Public Schools will handle enrollment automatically based on each student's address and the approved zones.

The district has committed to providing additional information and support as the opening of the two new schools approaches. Parents with questions about the boundaries, transportation, or the transition process should contact Duval County Public Schools directly or consult the interactive map published by the district.

The opening of Hogan-Spring Glen and Spring Park elementary schools in August 2027 is part of the ongoing effort by Duval County Public Schools to manage growth, modernize aging facilities, and align school capacity with enrollment patterns across Jacksonville and Duval County. As Northeast Florida continues to attract new residents, the pressure on the region's school systems—particularly in high-growth areas of St. Johns and Clay counties—remains a central challenge for local governments and a top consideration for families choosing where to live.