Sandalwood High School is a comprehensive public high school in Jacksonville, Florida. The school is one of 47 high schools in the Duval County School District. Like all Duval County schools, it is accredited through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Serving 2,726 students in grades 9-12, Sandalwood High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is equal to the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,726 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandalwood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sandalwood High School's student population of 2,726 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 112 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,726 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
112 teachers
Year Founded
1971
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sandalwood High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandalwood High School is 0.75, which is more 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
#1683 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
24%
37%
Black
26%
21%
White
35%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
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: Saint
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandalwood High School's ranking?
Sandalwood High School is ranked #1683 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Sandalwood High School often compared to?
Sandalwood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Duncan U. Fletcher High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sandalwood High School?
The graduation rate of Sandalwood High School is 92%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Sandalwood High School?
2,726 students attend Sandalwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Sandalwood High School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sandalwood High School?
Sandalwood High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sandalwood High School offer ?
Sandalwood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sandalwood High School part of?
Sandalwood High School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Sandalwood High School located?
Sandalwood High School is located in the Sandalwood neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Sandalwood.
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