Atlantic Coast High School

My daugther is a senior this year. We personnaly have not had any issues. She is a independent student and does very well academically & does not require much help. She has complained about a few students being disrespectful to the teachers, I 'm sure that's most schools. There will always be a few bad apples. Overall, I would say it has been a postivie experience for her.
—Submitted by a parent

I attended this school for my junior year, c/o 2012-2013 and I truly have to say that this school is out of control. I experienced bullying while attending this school and had trouble focusing in class alot of the time because of the large amount of distractions going on caused by other students. Some of the teachers were even verbally abusive. I will now be switching over to FLVS for next year.
—Submitted by a student

Achs is the worst school my three children have ever attended If you in any way have.a choice I highly recomend you intrust your child's safety and education anywhere but here. The staff other than a,special few or,rude and sorry to be blunt but are only there to collect a paycheck and nothing more. Just to give one example two of my children had the same teacher that would sleep in class every day. Two of my children have graduated and the third i will be moving to private school next year. A lot of things going on in that school that's just not acceptable yet staff are either clueless or just don't care. Can't stress enough stay clear and if your child has an iep take advantage of the mckay scholarship and move to a private school. Some even take it as full payment.
—Submitted by a parent

I have to chime in here, because I am a Sub myself, and saw the post another Sub had written. I have subbed many times at this school (2013) and I am very impressed! Yes there are always your problem students, (and there was a fight one day the I worked here), but there are so many polite students at the school it ouways the problem ones. This is one of my top favorite places to sub at! Admin, office staff, and teachers are so friendly and welcoming! It is a very positive environment! Teachers and certainly Subs will always have issues on occasion at any school, however, If one finds themselves always in conflicts with students, I question how friendly your approach is to the students. Great School, and just as you should at any school, parents should be invovled, and ask questions, get to know the people around your teens.

I was a substitute teacher at this school during the 2011-2012 school year. I realize that substitute teachers get "special" treatment, but I was very surprised at the behavior I saw out of some of the students here. This is where my children are zoned to go, so I had a vested interest in learning about the school. I saw multiple fights break out in the hallways, I was cursed out by students, and from what I understand, this is likely a daily occurrence. The security staff were very helpful, but personally I would prefer that my children are not exposed to this type of environment. I cannot speak for the AP classes, as I never covered any of them. I just wanted to mention what I saw at this school so you're sure to make an informed decision before sending your children to this, or any high school.

I am very impressed with Atlantic Coast High School. My child just finished his freshman year and he loved it. I contacted his teachers quarterly and always received immediate feedback. The school website is informational. The teachers are always helpful and easy to contact. There are all kinds of activities for the students get involved in. The campus is clean, new and the facilities exceptional.
—Submitted by a parent

I do not reccomend this school to anybody. They have bad people at this school. I really don't reccomend it to anybody looking for a high school. Your probably thinking about where you would like to send your kids to in high school, and you should not come to Atlantic Coast, major bullying and fights. If your in that process of thinking about ur childs future, you should not come here. I would not reccomend this place. But if this school fits you, it really is up to you. High school is your future, pick your high school wisely, it will determine your path in the future. good luck. JUST THINK ABOUT IT....

This school used to be wonderful when it first opened up. Then they let all these ghetto people come in and ruin everything. Fights everyday, vandalism, bullying, etc. The security did stop fights immediately though. I got bullied at this school by a ghetto person. Sexually harassed too. The teachers and staff were fabulous but some students just ruin it. I am now switching to virtual school for the upcoming school year because of this behavior of ACHS students.
—Submitted by a student

I moved my son from Paxon to Atlantic Coast. He is taking the same honors and AP courses and he is doing much better. The difference is at Atlantic Coast he can take honors and AP in subjects in which he excels and standard in a subject that is challenging. The teachers, counselors, and staff are wonderful. The school is beautiful and secure. Teachers respond and work with you to help your child suceed. I moved my son the second semester and he has made many friends and love the school. I plan to get involved as a parent next year to help improve the rating in parent involvement. My son will be a junior next year,
—Submitted by a parent

The 1st Brand new high school in City of Jax in 20 years. Design & security well thought out- teachers on the younger side but found to be enthusiastic. The usual kinks one would expect for such a large undertaking. Pretty impressive overall for a first year school.
—Submitted by a parent