Mandarin High School is a public high school in Jacksonville, Florida, United States. It was established in 1990 and is part of the Duval County Public Schools district. As of 2010, it is the second-largest high school in Duval County following Sandalwood High School.
Serving 2,398 students in grades 9-12, Mandarin 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 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,398 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mandarin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mandarin High School's student population of 2,398 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 111 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,398 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
111 teachers
Year Founded
1990
Colors
Green, Orange
School Rankings
Mandarin 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 Mandarin High School is 0.67, 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
#1300 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
16%
37%
Black
20%
21%
White
52%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
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: Mustang
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mandarin High School's ranking?
Mandarin High School is ranked #1300 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Mandarin High School often compared to?
Mandarin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Atlantic Coast High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mandarin High School?
The graduation rate of Mandarin High School is 97%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mandarin High School?
2,398 students attend Mandarin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Mandarin High School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mandarin High School?
Mandarin High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mandarin High School offer ?
Mandarin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mandarin High School part of?
Mandarin High School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Mandarin High School located?
Mandarin High School is located in the Southside neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 8 other public schools located in Southside.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School for Students
August 11, 2025 (Monday)
First Day of School
August 11, 2025 (Monday)
Weather Day - Schools Closed
November 10, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break - Schools Closed
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
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