Jean Ribault High School is a public high school located in North Jacksonville, Florida. It is part of Duval County Public Schools.
Serving 1,331 students in grades 9-12, Jean Ribault High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,331 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 20% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jean Ribault High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Jean Ribault High School's student population of 1,331 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,331 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Year Founded
1957
School Rankings
Jean Ribault High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jean Ribault High School is 0.21, 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
#3251 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
37%
Black
89%
21%
White
4%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
47%
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: Mighty Trojan
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jean Ribault High School's ranking?
Jean Ribault High School is ranked #3251 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Jean Ribault High School often compared to?
Jean Ribault High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William M. Raines High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jean Ribault High School?
The graduation rate of Jean Ribault High School is 96%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Jean Ribault High School?
1,331 students attend Jean Ribault High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Jean Ribault High School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jean Ribault High School?
Jean Ribault High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jean Ribault High School offer ?
Jean Ribault High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jean Ribault High School part of?
Jean Ribault High School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Jean Ribault High School located?
Jean Ribault High School is located in the Ribault neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Ribault.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School
August 11, 2025 (Monday)
Weather Day - Schools Closed
November 10, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - Schools Closed
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break - Schools/Admin Offices Closed
November 27, 2025 (Thursday)
School Closed
December 22, 2025 (Monday)
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