Mandarin High School vs San Jose Prep
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Florida, United States, 5.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mandarin High School
Jacksonville · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,343 students
San Jose Prep
Jacksonville · Charter high · Grades 6–12
594 students
| Measure | Mandarin High School Jacksonville, Florida | San Jose Prep Jacksonville, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #201 of 576 | #496 of 576 |
| National rank | #6179 of 16,910 | #12709 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 2,343 | 594 |
| Enrollment | 2,343 | 594 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 22.3% | – |
| Students per teacher | 23.9 | 17.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 46% | 34.5% |
| city | Jacksonville | Jacksonville |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mandarin High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.5 vs 32.8).
- •Mandarin High School does better on math proficiency (46% vs 34.5%).
- •Mandarin High School does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 37%).
- •San Jose Prep does better on students per teacher (17.5 vs 23.9).
- •Mandarin High School is the larger school with 2,343 students compared with 594.
- •Mandarin High School is a public school while San Jose Prep is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Mandarin High School better than San Jose Prep?
On the Success Index (US), Mandarin High School ranks higher (58.5 vs 32.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Mandarin High School and San Jose Prep?
About 5.3 km in a straight line, between Jacksonville and Jacksonville in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mandarin High School: 2,343. San Jose Prep: 594. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mandarin High School and San Jose Prep rank in Florida?
Mandarin High School is 201st of 576 and San Jose Prep is 496th of 576 among high schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).