Atlantic Coast High School is a public high school in the Duval County Public Schools district, located in southeast Jacksonville, Florida, United States. Its boundary includes the Duval County portion of the Nocatee development.
Serving 2,887 students in grades 9-12, Atlantic Coast High School ranks in the top 50% 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 46% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,887 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Atlantic Coast High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Atlantic Coast High School's student population of 2,887 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,887 students
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
Campus Size
161 acres (0.65 km2)
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Atlantic Coast High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Atlantic Coast High School 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
#1749 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
24%
38%
Black
28%
21%
White
33%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
42%
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
School Notes
- School Mascot: Stingrays
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Atlantic Coast High School's ranking?
Atlantic Coast High School is ranked #1749 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Atlantic Coast High School often compared to?
Atlantic Coast High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mandarin High School 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 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Atlantic Coast High School?
The graduation rate of Atlantic Coast High School is 95%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Atlantic Coast High School?
2,887 students attend Atlantic Coast High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Atlantic Coast High School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Atlantic Coast High School?
Atlantic Coast High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Atlantic Coast High School offer ?
Atlantic Coast High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Atlantic Coast High School part of?
Atlantic Coast High School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Atlantic Coast High School located?
Atlantic Coast High School is located in the Southside neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 8 other public schools located in Southside.
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