Samuel W. Wolfson High School is a magnet high school located in the Duval County Public School district. As an academic magnet and college preparatory school, Wolfson specializes in Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate courses.
Serving 1,007 students in grades 9-12, Samuel W. Wolfson High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher 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 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,007 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Samuel W. Wolfson High School serves the southeastern part of Jacksonville, FL, covering an area of approximately 23.6 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 3.8 miles and the furthest edge located 5.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Samuel W. Wolfson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Samuel W. Wolfson High School's student population of 1,007 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,007 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
Campus Size
35.42 acres (14.33 ha)
School Rankings
Samuel W. Wolfson High School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Samuel W. Wolfson High School is 0.54, 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
#295 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
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
≥95%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. 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
School Mascot
Wolfpack
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Samuel W. Wolfson High School's ranking?
Samuel W. Wolfson High School is ranked #295 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Samuel W. Wolfson High School often compared to?
Samuel W. Wolfson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paxon School/advanced Studies, Stanton College Preparatory by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Samuel W. Wolfson High School?
The graduation rate of Samuel W. Wolfson High School is 95%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Samuel W. Wolfson High School?
1,007 students attend Samuel W. Wolfson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Samuel W. Wolfson High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Samuel W. Wolfson High School?
Samuel W. Wolfson High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Samuel W. Wolfson High School offer ?
Samuel W. Wolfson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Samuel W. Wolfson High School part of?
Samuel W. Wolfson High School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Samuel W. Wolfson High School located?
Samuel W. Wolfson High School is located in the San Jose neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in San Jose.
School Reviews
Review Samuel W. Wolfson High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
How Much Choice Do High School Students Have?
Learn how graduation requirements, prerequisites, electives, staffing, scheduling conflicts, AP courses, dual enrollment, and career pathways determine how much control high school students have over schedules each year.
Does Your Child Need More Recess?
Explore whether your child may benefit more from recess than another academic period, including research on attention, learning, physical activity, stress, social development, and school-day balance today.
Combined Grade Classrooms, What Parents Should Know
Learn how combined-grade classrooms work, why public schools use them, potential benefits and challenges, and the questions parents should ask before enrolling their child in one today.
