Serving 837 students in grades 9-12, Andrew Jackson 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 39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (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 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 837 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Andrew Jackson High School's student population of 837 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
School Mascot
Andrew Jackson Tiger
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
837 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1927
School Calendar
School Colors
White, Red
School Rankings
Andrew Jackson High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Andrew Jackson High School is 0.29, 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
#2878 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
37%
Black
84%
21%
White
7%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Andrew Jackson High School's ranking?
Andrew Jackson High School is ranked #2878 out of 3,704 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?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Andrew Jackson High School?
The graduation rate of Andrew Jackson High School is 94%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Andrew Jackson High School?
837 students attend Andrew Jackson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Andrew Jackson High School students are Black, 7% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Andrew Jackson High School?
Andrew Jackson High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Andrew Jackson High School offer ?
Andrew Jackson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Andrew Jackson High School part of?
Andrew Jackson High School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Andrew Jackson High School located?
Andrew Jackson High School is located in the Brentwood neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Brentwood.
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