Serving 184 students in grades 9-12, Lone Star 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 53%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 46:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 184 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 46:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 50-54% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Math Proficiency: 11-19%
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lone Star High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Lone Star High School's student population of 184 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
184 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lone Star High School is 0.55, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)11-19%
53%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)10-14%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
46:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
12%
37%
Black
64%
21%
White
18%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-54%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 53% FL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lone Star High School?
The graduation rate of Lone Star High School is 50-54%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lone Star High School?
184 students attend Lone Star High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Lone Star High School students are Black, 18% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lone Star High School?
Lone Star High School has a student ration of 46:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lone Star High School offer ?
Lone Star High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lone Star High School part of?
Lone Star High School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Lone Star High School located?
Lone Star High School is located in the Alderman Park neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Alderman Park.
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