Serving 1,147 students in grades 9-12, Frank H. Peterson Academies ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,147 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 20% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frank H. Peterson Academies ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Frank H. Peterson Academies's student population of 1,147 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,147 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Frank H. Peterson Academies ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frank H. Peterson Academies is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3434 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
17%
36%
Black
47%
21%
White
27%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frank H. Peterson Academies's ranking?
Frank H. Peterson Academies is ranked #3434 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Frank H. Peterson Academies?
The graduation rate of Frank H. Peterson Academies is 97%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 89%.
How many students attend Frank H. Peterson Academies?
1,147 students attend Frank H. Peterson Academies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Frank H. Peterson Academies students are Black, 27% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Frank H. Peterson Academies?
Frank H. Peterson Academies has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Frank H. Peterson Academies offer ?
Frank H. Peterson Academies offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Frank H. Peterson Academies part of?
Frank H. Peterson Academies is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Frank H. Peterson Academies located?
Frank H. Peterson Academies is located in the Cedar Hills neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in Cedar Hills.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last day of school
May 31, 2024 (Friday)
First day of school
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
School Reviews
5 9/12/2011
We are new to Peterson but, are very happy so far. The staff and teachers really care about the kids. Policies are followed for all which is wonderfull comming from a school that is very racial. The acadimies gives kids an oppertunity to learn skill otherwise no presented to them. There are honers programs. I only wish they had the duel enrollment for college programs. You can obtain a few college credits though. But we decided to stay and let our child enjoy the high school years instead of pushing so fast. You can still take college corses on line as well.
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