PAXON SCHOOL/ADVANCED STUDIES

PAXON SCHOOL/ADVANCED STUDIES is a Title I public high school that is part of the DUVAL school district, located in JACKSONVILLE, FL with about 1,498 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 75 teachers, PAXON SCHOOL/ADVANCED STUDIES has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Paxon School for Advanced Studies (PSAS) is a prestigious magnet high school located in Jacksonville, Florida, consistently ranked among the top academic institutions in the state and the nation. Operating as part of the Duval County Public Schools system, the school is renowned for its rigorous academic culture and its primary focus on the International Baccalaureate (IB) program. By offering a demanding curriculum that emphasizes critical thinking, research, and a global perspective, Paxon prepares its diverse student body for success in highly competitive university environments.

Beyond its intensive academic offerings, PSAS fosters a vibrant extracurricular community that includes a wide array of competitive sports, fine arts programs, and academic honor societies. The school is known for maintaining high standards for both enrollment and student performance, creating an atmosphere of shared ambition and intellectual curiosity. Through its dedication to academic excellence and character development, Paxon School for Advanced Studies serves as a flagship institution for gifted and high-achieving students throughout the Jacksonville area.

For more information, contact PAXON SCHOOL/ADVANCED STUDIES at (904) 693-7583 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.