Miami Jackson Senior High School, also known as Andrew Jackson High School or Jackson High School, is a high school located at 1751 NW 36th Street in the Allapattah neighborhood of Miami, Florida, United States. Its athletic team name is the Generals.
Serving 1,213 students in grades 9-12, Miami Jackson Senior 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 22% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,213 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Miami Jackson Senior High School serves the northeast part of Miami, covering an area of approximately 4.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Miami Jackson Senior High School's student population of 1,213 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,213 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1898
School Rankings
Miami Jackson Senior 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 Miami Jackson Senior High School is 0.35, 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
#3499 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
78%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)79.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
General Officer
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Miami Jackson Senior High School's ranking?
Miami Jackson Senior High School is ranked #3499 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Miami Jackson Senior High School often compared to?
Miami Jackson Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Booker T. Washington Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Miami Jackson Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Miami Jackson Senior High School is 85%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Miami Jackson Senior High School?
1,213 students attend Miami Jackson Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Miami Jackson Senior High School students are Hispanic, and 22% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Miami Jackson Senior High School?
Miami Jackson Senior High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Miami Jackson Senior High School offer ?
Miami Jackson Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Miami Jackson Senior High School part of?
Miami Jackson Senior High School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Miami Jackson Senior High School located?
Miami Jackson Senior High School is located in the Allapattah neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 10 other public schools located in Allapattah.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last day of school
June 03, 2027 (Thursday)
School Reviews
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This is a great school with great facilities and programs, particularly in sports & music. I'm glad with the new principal and staff because the discipline of the students is improved in a noteworthy way.
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