Moving to St. Augustine

We are currently planning to move to St Augustine. I need advice on which is the best neighborhood to raise a family. We have looked in Palecia which I LOVE with the exception of the CDD Fees, then Kensignton, Murabella, and South Hampton. All of which seam pretty nice. I would like to know if there are any other neighborhoods near Palencia? We are looking for a 4 bedroom, 2 or more bath home with a 3 car garage preferable side entrance a pool would also be nice. We currently live in a golf community in Kentucky near our daughter school and our church. My daughter attends middle school at a private Christian school which I love and my other daughter is to attend their Pre-K progran next year so education and school system is very important to me. I have heard that St Johns has an excellent school system. So I would really appreciate any and all advice. Thank you so much!
Nancy

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No need to say you're sorry...I'm sorry I can't be of more specific help, since I don't live in Florida. One thing I do want to point out, since you'll be relocating to a different state, is that school ratings from state-to-state aren't consistent....This may give you some additional insight: community.greatschools.net/advice/184/Helpful-websites-when-seeking-info-about-HOW-SCHOOLS-COMPARE-STATE-TO-STATE-
I know quite a few people don't care for the FCAT, which is a requirement for public school students in Florida, but like most things, there are probably pros and cons, and those who are pleased aren't as vocal as those who dislike it...Florida also has a school voucher system, but I don't know the criteria for eligibility...it's something you might want to look into, if you aren't pleased with the local public schools.

Sorry I didn't know this - thanks for the info. I am presently working with a realtor however she doesn't have any children so it would be nice to actually know about the schools/neighborhoods from actual people who live in the area. It is a big move from Kentucky to Florida. You know???
Thanks for the advice!!!!
Nancy

HI. Unfortunately, Greatschools is a nationwide forum, and the chance of finding another family from the same city with children of similar age, attending a paticular school, is slim.
Have you tried using the "Research and Compare" feature on the green menu bar near the top of this page, to look for school statistics in your new area? Once you find schools you like, you should contact a realtor in order to find out what homes are available in that district.

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