George W. Jenkins Senior High School

George W. Jenkins Senior High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
6000 Lakeland Highlands Rd,  Lakeland, FL
Polk County Public Schools
3.9
3.3
2,306 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr. Tom Patton
Student Teacher Ratio
22:1
Average SAT Score
1140
Average ACT Score
23
Math Proficiency
39%
Reading Proficiency
52%
Average GPA
3.52
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
B
Teachers
B+
College Prep
B+
Administration
C+
Resources/Facilities
A-
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
C
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.52
Reading Proficiency
52%
Math Proficiency
39%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
22:1
Teachers
112
Full Time Teachers
112
Teachers in First or Second Year
8.1%
College Prep
Average SAT
1140
Math
560
Verbal
590
Average ACT
23
Math
21
English
23
Reading
24
Science
23
Number of AP Courses
23
AP Pass Rate
40%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
372:1

Student Diversity

Female
50.1%
Male
49.9%
White
48.5%
Hispanic
29.4%
Black
16.3%
Two or more races
2.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
2.7%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#160 Niche Standout HS in Florida
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP 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 South Florida 599 Students
University of Central Florida 481 Students
University of Florida 472 Students
Florida State University 421 Students
Polk State College 333 Students
Florida Southern College 317 Students
University of North Florida 267 Students
Southeastern University 225 Students
University of Miami 182 Students
Florida Gulf Coast University 173 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 181 Students
Nursing 160 Students
Psychology 121 Students
Biology 94 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 72 Students
Veterinary Sciences 54 Students
Criminology 50 Students
Sport and Fitness Management 46 Students
Pre-Law Studies 43 Students
Marketing 42 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 459 Reviews
5.0 Senior
1/13/2025
I love how many real-world opportunities were represented, however I wish there were more direct help with applying to colleges, since this is something that is done more independently among students.
4.0 Senior
12/28/2024
Great school, sports are always the best in the county. Academics are good too overall a great school
4.0 Junior
11/22/2024
I like the music program and the amount of volunteer opportunities also the teachers are caring and helpful
GreatSchools Reviews
3.3 19 Reviews
5.0 parent
5/27/2025
Great school, mi twin were happy with their teacher and they reached their GPA easily.
1.0 parent
5/22/2022
Terrible. my kids get bullied on a daily basis.
3.0 student
1/26/2020
I’ve been a bit of a bad kid at this school but the administration are very rude honestly. I mean they’re very mocking towards you. I’d say it’s alright, the students are nice, well some of em and the teachers are somewhat nice. but i truly dislike the administration.
5.0 parent
3/24/2019
Third year at GJHS, and so far we never had problem. My children loves the school and so do I. My son is into swim team, both had great years at school. The administrators, teachers and staffs are wonderful and it is the only school in Polk county with 5 academies to offer. The students have choices...

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George W. Jenkins Senior High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Lakeland, FL, in the Highland City neighborhood, and is served by the Polk County Public Schools in Florida. The school has a total enrollment of 2,306 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 22:1. Academic records show that 39% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 52% are proficient in reading. George W. Jenkins Senior High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.52, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1140 and an ACT score of 23. The average home value in this area is $337,577. Discover additional schools in the area, like Parkway Christian Academy, Lakeland Highlands Middle School, Valleyview Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Lakeland has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near George W. Jenkins Senior High School.

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