Serving 922 students in grades 9-12, Samuel W. Wolfson High School ranks in the top 30% 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 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 922 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Samuel W. Wolfson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Samuel W. Wolfson High School's student population of 922 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
922 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Samuel W. Wolfson High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Samuel W. Wolfson High School is 0.57, 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
#893 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
11%
37%
Black
18%
21%
White
62%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
49%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Samuel W. Wolfson High School's ranking?
Samuel W. Wolfson High School is ranked #893 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Samuel W. Wolfson High School often compared to?
Samuel W. Wolfson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paxon School/advanced Studies, Stanton College Preparatory by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Samuel W. Wolfson High School?
The graduation rate of Samuel W. Wolfson High School is 95%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Samuel W. Wolfson High School?
922 students attend Samuel W. Wolfson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Samuel W. Wolfson High School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Samuel W. Wolfson High School?
Samuel W. Wolfson High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Samuel W. Wolfson High School offer ?
Samuel W. Wolfson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Samuel W. Wolfson High School part of?
Samuel W. Wolfson High School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Samuel W. Wolfson High School located?
Samuel W. Wolfson High School is located in the San Jose neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in San Jose.
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