Below Average
#2954 of 3,778 schools in FL
William M. Raines High School
High School · DUVAL
3663 RAINES AVE, Jacksonville, FL 32209
Enrollment
1,331
Student-Teacher
22.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,331
Student-Teacher
22.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,954 of 3,778
In Jacksonville
#115 of 184
public schools
In district
#124 of 194
DUVAL
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About William M. Raines High School
William M. Raines High School is a public high school in Jacksonville, FL, part of DUVAL. William M.
Raines High School serves approximately 1,331 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 22.9:1 student-teacher ratio. William M. Raines High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,954 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for William M. Raines High School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.6
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at William M. Raines 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.
William M. Raines High School runs 22.9:1 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.
73% of students at William M. Raines High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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William M. Raines High School — Students at William M. Raines High School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74%
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: 8.6/10.
How William M. Raines High School Compares
See how William M. Raines 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
3663 RAINES AVE, Jacksonville, FL 32209
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William M. Raines High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. A. PHILIP RANDOLPH ACADEMIES (rated 5.1/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is JEAN RIBAULT HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.0/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, GRAND PARK CAREER CENTER (rated 4.2/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Jacksonville, see our Jacksonville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32209 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$29,468
Median Home Value
$92,300
Median Rent
$1,042/mo
Population
35,490
College Educated
11.9%
Homeownership
47.7%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
37.1%
Median Age
37.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William M. Raines High School
What grades does William M. Raines High School serve?
William M. Raines High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend William M. Raines High School?
William M. Raines High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,331 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William M. Raines High School?
The student-teacher ratio at William M. Raines High School is 22.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does William M. Raines High School rank in FL?
William M. Raines High School ranks #2,954 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is William M. Raines High School's MySchoolScout rating?
William M. Raines High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 William M. Raines High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William M. Raines High School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is William M. Raines High School a charter school?
No, William M. Raines High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William M. Raines High School a Title I school?
No, William M. Raines High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William M. Raines High School?
74.0% of students at William M. Raines 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,331
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Duval County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 73.0%
- Phone
- (904) 924-3049
- 4-Year Graduation
- 90.0%
Resources & Links
District
DUVAL- District Enrollment
- 127,971
- Schools in District
- 208
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,578
- District Rank
- #124 of 194
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