Serving 839 students in grades 9-12, Andrew Jackson High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 839 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Andrew Jackson High School serves the northeast part of Jacksonville, FL, encompassing an area of approximately 13.2 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes from most homes in the zone, which extends up to 3.4 miles from the school's furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Andrew Jackson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Andrew Jackson High School's student population of 839 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
839 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1927
School Calendar
School Motto
Our passion is turning today's Tigers into tomorrow's leaders.
School Rankings
Andrew Jackson High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Andrew Jackson High School is 0.26, 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
#2266 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
86%
21%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
34%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
97%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
Showing 2009–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Red
School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Andrew Jackson High School's ranking?
Andrew Jackson High School is ranked #2266 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Andrew Jackson High School often compared to?
Andrew Jackson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like A. Philip Randolph Academies by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Andrew Jackson High School?
The graduation rate of Andrew Jackson High School is 97%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Andrew Jackson High School?
839 students attend Andrew Jackson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Andrew Jackson High School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Andrew Jackson High School?
Andrew Jackson High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Andrew Jackson High School offer ?
Andrew Jackson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Andrew Jackson High School part of?
Andrew Jackson High School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Andrew Jackson High School located?
Andrew Jackson High School is located in the Brentwood neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Brentwood.
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