For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public high schools serving 4,724 students in 32209, FL.
The top-ranked public high schools in 32209, FL are Stanton College Preparatory, Darnell Cookman Middle/high School and Mt. Herman Ese Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 32209 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Florida public high school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 32209, FL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 32209 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the Florida average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Stanton College Preparatory, with ≥99% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Florida or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public high school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32209, FL Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stanton College Preparatory
Magnet School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1149 W 13th St
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 630-6760
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 630-6760
Gr: 9-12 | 1,270 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
Darnell Cookman Middle/high School
Magnet School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1701 N Davis St
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 630-6805
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 630-6805
Gr: 6-12 | 1,068 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #33.
Mt. Herman Ese Center
Special Education School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1741 Francis St
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 630-6740
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 630-6740
Gr: PK-12 | 132 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #44.
Hospital And Homebound
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1128 Barber St
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 348-5191
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 348-5191
Gr: K-12 | 94 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #55.
A. Philip Randolph Academies
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1157 Golfair Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 924-3011
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 924-3011
Gr: 9-12 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #66.
William M. Raines High School
Magnet School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3663 Raines Ave
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 924-3049
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 924-3049
Gr: 9-12 | 1,376 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
The Bridge To Success Academy At W Jacksonville
Alternative School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2115 Commonwealth Ave
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 630-6952
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 630-6952
Gr: 9-12 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: n/an/a
Grand Park Career Center
Alternative School
2335 W 18th St
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 630-6894
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 630-6894
Gr: 6-12 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 32209, FL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 32209, FL include Stanton College Preparatory, Darnell Cookman Middle/high School and Mt. Herman Ese Center.
How many public high schools are located in 32209?
8 public high schools are located in 32209.
What is the racial composition of students in 32209?
32209 public high schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public high schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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