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Best 32209 Florida Public High Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 public high schools serving 4,724 students in 32209, FL.
The top-ranked public high schools in 32209, FL are Stanton College Preparatory, Darnell Cookman Middle/high School and Mt. Herman Ese Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 32209 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Florida public high school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 32209, FL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 32209 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the Florida average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Stanton College Preparatory, with ≥99% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Florida or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public high school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

Best 32209, FL Public High Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stanton College Preparatory
Magnet School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 94%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
1149 W 13th St
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 630-6760
Gr: 9-12 | 1,270 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
Darnell Cookman Middle/high School
Magnet School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1701 N Davis St
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 630-6805
Gr: 6-12 | 1,068 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #33.
Mt. Herman Ese Center
Special Education School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1741 Francis St
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 630-6740
Gr: PK-12 | 132 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #44.
Hospital And Homebound
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1128 Barber St
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 348-5191
Gr: K-12 | 94 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #55.
A. Philip Randolph Academies
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1157 Golfair Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 924-3011
Gr: 9-12 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #66.
William M. Raines High School
Magnet School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3663 Raines Ave
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 924-3049
Gr: 9-12 | 1,376 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
The Bridge To Success Academy At W Jacksonville
Alternative School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2115 Commonwealth Ave
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 630-6952
Gr: 9-12 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: n/an/a
Grand Park Career Center
Alternative School
2335 W 18th St
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 630-6894
Gr: 6-12 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 32209 Florida

32209, Florida Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Carter G. Woodson Elementary School (Closed 2023)
2334 Butler Ave
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 924-3004
Gr: PK-5 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Duval Start Center (Closed 2004)
2335 W 18th Street
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 798-4818
Gr: K-12 | 19 students Minority enrollment: 63%
Eugene Butler Middle School (Closed 2016)
900 Acorn St
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 630-6900
Gr: 6-8 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
James Weldon Johnson Academic And Career Training Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1840 W 9th St
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 630-6640
Gr: 6-8 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Northwestern Middle School (Closed 2023)
2100 W 45th St
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 924-3100
Gr: 6-8
R. V. Daniels Elementary School (Closed 2026)
Magnet School
1951 W 15th St
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 630-6872
Gr: K-5 | 121 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
School For Accelerated Learning And Technologies Inc (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
4751 Walgreen Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 328-5001
Gr: 9-12
West Jacksonville Elementary School (Closed 2023)
2115 Commonwealth Ave
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 630-6592
Gr: PK-5 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 32209, FL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 32209, FL include Stanton College Preparatory, Darnell Cookman Middle/high School and Mt. Herman Ese Center.
How many public high schools are located in 32209?
8 public high schools are located in 32209.
What is the racial composition of students in 32209?
32209 public high schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public high schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

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