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#2661 of 3,778 schools in FL
First Coast High School
High School · DUVAL
590 DUVAL STATION RD, Jacksonville, FL 32218
Enrollment
2,137
Student-Teacher
23.2:1
Score
5.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,137
Student-Teacher
23.2:1
Score
5.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,661 of 3,778
In Jacksonville
#102 of 184
public schools
In district
#110 of 194
DUVAL
Academic growth
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About First Coast High School
First Coast High School is a public high school in Jacksonville, FL, part of DUVAL. First Coast High School serves approximately 2,137 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 23.2:1 student-teacher ratio. First Coast High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,661 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for First Coast High School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
First Coast High School is a large school: 2,137 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Test scores at First Coast High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
First Coast High School runs 23.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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First Coast High School — Students at First Coast High School score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.8/10.
How First Coast High School Compares
See how First Coast High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
590 DUVAL STATION RD, Jacksonville, FL 32218
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering First Coast High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. OCEANWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NEW BERLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BISCAYNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jacksonville, see our Jacksonville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32218 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,363
Median Home Value
$260,300
Median Rent
$1,416/mo
Population
71,066
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
64.7%
Avg Commute
23.3 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
35.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about First Coast High School
What grades does First Coast High School serve?
First Coast High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend First Coast High School?
First Coast High School has an enrollment of approximately 2,137 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at First Coast High School?
The student-teacher ratio at First Coast High School is 23.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does First Coast High School rank in FL?
First Coast High School ranks #2,661 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is First Coast High School's MySchoolScout rating?
First Coast High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at First Coast High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, First Coast High School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is First Coast High School a charter school?
No, First Coast High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is First Coast High School a Title I school?
No, First Coast High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for First Coast High School?
48.3% of students at First Coast High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,137
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 92
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Duval County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 55.2%
- Phone
- (904) 757-0080
- 4-Year Graduation
- 91.0%
Resources & Links
District
DUVAL- District Enrollment
- 127,971
- Schools in District
- 208
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,578
- District Rank
- #110 of 194
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