Stanton College Preparatory School is a public preparatory high school in Jacksonville, Florida, United States. Stanton College Preparatory School is a highly selective school that offers both the Advanced Placement and the International Baccalaureate.
Serving 1,283 students in grades 9-12, Stanton College Preparatory ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 94% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,283 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stanton College Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Stanton College Preparatory's student population of 1,283 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,283 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Year Founded
1981
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Calendar
School Motto
At Stanton, we believe in the spirit of Ubuntu, where we display human kindness toward one another.
School Mascot
Blue Devils
School Rankings
Stanton College Preparatory ranks within the top 1% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stanton College Preparatory 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
#34 out of 3662 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
36%
3%
Hispanic
9%
37%
Black
13%
21%
White
31%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Blue Devils
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stanton College Preparatory's ranking?
Stanton College Preparatory is ranked #34 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Stanton College Preparatory often compared to?
Stanton College Preparatoryis often viewed alongside schools like Paxon School/advanced Studies by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Stanton College Preparatory?
The graduation rate of Stanton College Preparatory is 99%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Stanton College Preparatory?
1,283 students attend Stanton College Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Stanton College Preparatory students are Asian, 31% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stanton College Preparatory?
Stanton College Preparatory has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Stanton College Preparatory offer ?
Stanton College Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stanton College Preparatory part of?
Stanton College Preparatory is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Stanton College Preparatory located?
Stanton College Preparatory is located in the Mid Westside neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in Mid Westside.
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