Serving 1,035 students in grades 9-12, Douglas Anderson School Of The Arts ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,035 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 93% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Douglas Anderson School Of The Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Douglas Anderson School Of The Arts's student population of 1,035 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,035 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
1922
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Douglas Anderson School Of The Arts ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Douglas Anderson School Of The Arts is 0.61, 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
#484 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
11%
38%
Black
24%
21%
White
57%
34%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
42%
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
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Douglas Anderson School Of The Arts's ranking?
Douglas Anderson School Of The Arts is ranked #484 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Douglas Anderson School Of The Arts often compared to?
Douglas Anderson School Of The Artsis often viewed alongside schools like Stanton College Preparatory, Paxon School/advanced Studies, Darnell Cookman Middle/high School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Douglas Anderson School Of The Arts?
The graduation rate of Douglas Anderson School Of The Arts is 99%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Douglas Anderson School Of The Arts?
1,035 students attend Douglas Anderson School Of The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Douglas Anderson School Of The Arts students are White, 24% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Douglas Anderson School Of The Arts?
Douglas Anderson School Of The Arts has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Douglas Anderson School Of The Arts offer ?
Douglas Anderson School Of The Arts offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Douglas Anderson School Of The Arts part of?
Douglas Anderson School Of The Arts is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Douglas Anderson School Of The Arts located?
Douglas Anderson School Of The Arts is located in the Spring Park neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Spring Park.
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