Frank H. Peterson Academies of Technology is a college- and career-preparatory public high school in Jacksonville.
The school's long line-up of program options makes it a versatile and appealing school for any student. Here, students leave ready for college or to enter the workforce. Students who wish to obtain a college degree take AP or dual-enrollment classes. Other students choose concentration and can move directly into a career after graduation. The school offers aviation, automotive, cosmetology, agriscience and veterinary assisting, robotics, early childhood education, and culinary programs. In February 2022, two students from the Peterson Culinary Academy won a cooking competition with a grand prize of a scholarship to Florida State College of Jacksonville.
Frank H. Peterson Academies of Technology’s goal is to ensure that graduates understand strong work ethics, respect for authority and peers, personal responsibility, and a love for learning. These skills can be used in a college setting and a future career.
Frank H. Peterson Academies of Technology
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
7450 Wilson Blvd,
Jacksonville, FL
Duval County Public Schools
School Details
Head of School
Ms. Jessica Mastromatto
Student Teacher Ratio
20:1
Average SAT Score
980
Average ACT Score
19
Math Proficiency
36%
Reading Proficiency
29%
Average GPA
3.27
Graduation Rate
97%
Niche Grade
C+
C
B
B
C+
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C+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.27
Reading Proficiency
29%
Math Proficiency
36%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
20:1
Teachers
54
Full Time Teachers
54
Teachers in First or Second Year
35.6%
College Prep
Average SAT
980
Math
460
Verbal
520
Average ACT
19
Math
18
English
19
Reading
21
Science
19
Number of AP Courses
8
AP Pass Rate
15.6%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
High
Other AP Enrollment
Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low
GreatSchools Rating
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GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
598:1
Student Diversity
Female
51.9%
Male
48.1%
Black
48.6%
White
26.3%
Hispanic
16.7%
Two or more races
5.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
2.2%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
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Specialty School Programs
AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of North Florida
295 Students
Florida State College at Jacksonville
232 Students
University of Florida
169 Students
Florida State University
166 Students
University of Central Florida
150 Students
Florida A&M University
141 Students
Jacksonville University
139 Students
University of South Florida
98 Students
University of Miami
90 Students
Florida International University
76 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
72 Students
Nursing
53 Students
Graphic Design
44 Students
Biology
37 Students
Psychology
35 Students
Veterinary Sciences
32 Students
Culinary Arts and Food Service
32 Students
Veterinary Technician and Assistant
28 Students
Small Business Management
26 Students
Education
22 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
4/15/2024
My experience at Frank H. Peterson overall was okay. I was expecting to learn a lot more about the academy I chose. But the problem is not the academy, instead it is the teacher. Not saying who, but she could have done a lot more to help her students gain basic kitchen skills. We have a range of activities and groups at our school. I think we have decent food as well.
6/29/2022
My experience at Frank H was nice most of the teachers were so involved in wanting to make a personal connection with their students.
11/4/2021
This school has amazing teachers and a diverse student body who work hard to achieve both college and career goals. Awesome experience!
GreatSchools Reviews
10/9/2010
I am a freshman at Peterson and I must say I am very impressed. The first quarter is where they weave out the kids who don't needs to be there. I like that the class sizes are small. This gives mor one on one time with teachers and students. My regular school has a max of 32 kids while at Peterson t...
9/24/2009
6/15/2009
1/14/2008
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Map
About Cedar Hills
List Price Range
$128K - $514K
Homes For Sale
121
Average Home Value
$232,177
Median Lot Size
9,147 Sq Ft
% Renters
51%
Household Income
$58,436
% of College Grads
15.9%
Median Age
36
Average House Size
1,478 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
49.9%
Homes for Sale
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Wesconnett Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Football
- Picnic Area
Wheat Field Park
Bettes Park
Melvin Park
- Basketball
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- Playground
Sweetwater Playground
- Basketball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Wiley Road Playground
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