Serving 1,167 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 35% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% 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: 1,167 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Frank H. Peterson Academies's student population of 1,167 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,167 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
School Rankings
Frank H. Peterson Academies 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 Frank H. Peterson Academies is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3196 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
43%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
26%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
91%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Silver
School Mascot
Silver Eagles
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 #3196 out of 3,662 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?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 29% 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 91%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Frank H. Peterson Academies?
1,167 students attend Frank H. Peterson Academies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Frank H. Peterson Academies students are Black, 26% of students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frank H. Peterson Academies?
Frank H. Peterson Academies has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Frank H. Peterson Academies offer ?
Frank H. Peterson Academies offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
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 Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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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