Samuel W. Wolfson High School is a magnet school located in San Jose. Here, students can participate in Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate programs. These elite programs are by acceptance only and include honors and dual enrollment courses.
This provides students the opportunity to earn college credit while in high school. Wolfson is nationally ranked in U.S. News & World Report Award for 2021 Best High Schools for both Magnet and National schools.
The excellence in education at Wolfson also includes a large number of after-school clubs, a line-up of competitive sports, visual arts, JROTC and band. Whether your student is athletic, artistic or a science buff, Wolfson has a club for them.
At Wolfson High School, the future is bright.
Samuel W. Wolfson High School
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
7000 Powers Ave,
Jacksonville, FL
Duval County Public Schools
School Details
Head of School
Mr. Christopher Begley
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Average SAT Score
1150
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
56%
Reading Proficiency
75%
Average GPA
3.36
Graduation Rate
92%
Niche Grade
B+
B
A-
B
B-
A-
B+
C
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.36
Reading Proficiency
75%
Math Proficiency
56%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
48
Full Time Teachers
48
Teachers in First or Second Year
25%
College Prep
Average SAT
1150
Math
560
Verbal
590
Average ACT
24
Math
23
English
24
Reading
26
Science
24
Number of AP Courses
10
AP Pass Rate
9.4%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
853:1
Student Diversity
Male
52.2%
Female
47.8%
White
61.7%
Black
17.7%
Hispanic
10.7%
Asian or Pacific Islander
4.7%
Two or more races
4.7%
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
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of North Florida
338 Students
University of Florida
253 Students
Florida State University
242 Students
University of Central Florida
229 Students
Jacksonville University
161 Students
University of South Florida
145 Students
Florida A&M University
131 Students
University of Miami
119 Students
Florida Atlantic University
105 Students
Florida State College at Jacksonville
103 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
83 Students
Nursing
66 Students
Psychology
60 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
49 Students
Biology
37 Students
Criminology
30 Students
Pre-Law Studies
28 Students
Computer Science
27 Students
Political Science and Government
25 Students
Marketing
24 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
5/23/2024
Started during COVID 19, so entering school after year was a major change but I alway keep striving. Best part is having group wonderful teachers and counselor with open door policy made a great difference with my education. Worse part driving 50 miles a day but was worth the drive. Changes I will like to see is making more diverse with kids with minor disabilities and more understanding
3/22/2024
My experience is interesting the school spirit is amazing and teachers and students always find a way to connect in someway it's a lighthearted environment
4/15/2023
I'm only a freshman but I've already have opportunities to earn college credit. While the workload is tough, I believe it will be worth it when it comes time to apply for college and/or job interviews.
GreatSchools Reviews
10/21/2023
This school is very different from what it used to be! As a dedicated magnet for all advanced studies, the entire atmosphere is one of positive enthusiastic learning. Students learn a lot, but have a great time doing it. I encourage everyone to take a tour to check it out.
6/23/2021
I love this school!! It is the best school I have ever been to. The people are very nice and the teachers really care about your success.
6/5/2021
Wolfson has provided a great learning environment for our child. He is in the IB Program and is being pushed academically while also providing opportunities for leadership roles, clubs and athletics. The majority of the teachers are involved with the students and are up to the challenge of teaching...
1/11/2019
Let me start off by saying wolfson has been a great school for me. I have been able to do things such as cheerlead and have a much closer relationship to my peers and teachers than at any other school would have offered. The down side is many of my peers who are not in the IB program or who are not...
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About San Jose
List Price Range
$115K - $2.2M
Homes For Sale
92
Average Home Value
$377,477
Median Lot Size
10,454 Sq Ft
% Renters
48%
Household Income
$80,298
% of College Grads
36.8%
Median Age
40
Average House Size
1,889 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
62.5%
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