First Coast High School is a comprehensive public high school in Jacksonville, Florida, United States. It was opened concurrently with its sister school, Mandarin High School. The school is one of 47 high schools in the Duval County School District.
Serving 2,137 students in grades 9-12, First Coast High School 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 33% (which is lower 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 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,137 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
First Coast High School's student population of 2,137 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,137 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Year Founded
1990
Colors
Black, Blue, Silver
School Calendar
School Rankings
First Coast High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of First Coast High School is 0.58, 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
#3062 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
9%
37%
Black
60%
21%
White
24%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
47%
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
School Notes
- School Mascot: Buccaneer
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is First Coast High School's ranking?
First Coast High School is ranked #3062 out of 3,704 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?
33% 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 First Coast High School?
The graduation rate of First Coast High School is 90%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend First Coast High School?
2,137 students attend First Coast High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of First Coast High School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of First Coast High School?
First Coast High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does First Coast High School offer ?
First Coast High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is First Coast High School part of?
First Coast High School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is First Coast High School located?
First Coast High School is located in the Northside neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 18 other public schools located in Northside.
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