Edward H. White High School is a public high school operated by the Duval County Public Schools. It is located on the Westside of Jacksonville, Florida. It is almost exclusively referred to as "Ed White High School," not "White High School".
Serving 1,666 students in grades 9-12, Edward H. White 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 39% (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 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% 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: 1,666 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edward H. White High School's student population of 1,666 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,666 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Year Founded
1971
Colors
Green, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Edward H. White High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edward H. White High School is 0.47, 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
#3088 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
12%
37%
Black
71%
21%
White
12%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Commanders
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edward H. White High School's ranking?
Edward H. White High School is ranked #3088 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Edward H. White High School often compared to?
Edward H. White High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westside High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% 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 Edward H. White High School?
The graduation rate of Edward H. White High School is 91%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Edward H. White High School?
1,666 students attend Edward H. White High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Edward H. White High School students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edward H. White High School?
Edward H. White High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Edward H. White High School offer ?
Edward H. White High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Edward H. White High School part of?
Edward H. White High School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Edward H. White High School located?
Edward H. White High School is located in the Southwest Jacksonville neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 18 other public schools located in Southwest Jacksonville.
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