Magnet School
Darnell Cookman Middle/High School
- A-Overall Grade
- Public, Magnet
- 6-12
- Jacksonville, FL
- 138 reviews
- AcademicsA-
- DiversityA+
- TeachersB
- College PrepB+
- Clubs & ActivitiesC
- Health & SafetyB+
- AdministrationB+
- SportsNG
- FoodC
- Resources & FacilitiesC+
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- Cost of LivingB+
- Good for FamiliesB
- HousingB-
Area Feel
Suburban
Median Household Income
$48,256
National
$55,322Median Rent
$955
National
$949Median Home Value
$140,000
National
$184,700Culture & Safety
Health & Safety
B+
Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
Poll
- 67%
- of students agree that they feel safe at their school.15 responses
Poll
- 60%
- of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.15 responses
Students
Diversity
A+
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
1,156
Free or Reduced Lunch
41%
- 76%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.17 responses
- 65%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.17 responses
- 6%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.17 responses
Teachers
- 76%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.21 responses
- 76%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.21 responses
- 71%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.21 responses
Clubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
C
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low
Expenses Per Student
$9,454/ year
National
$12,239- 80%
- of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.25 responses
- 48%
- of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.25 responses
- 64%
- of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.25 responses
Darnell Cookman Middle/High School Reviews
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Darnell Cookman has been a school growing in diversity and always advocating for the best for their students. The small size of this magnet school give the chance for all students to get to know one another and bond together, not just those in the classroom, but across grade levels. Each grade from seniors to six graders, interact with one another and benefit from each other. The teachers make sure to know each student and form relationships with them which will remain strong across the years.
There is something for everyone here. Clubs are always a source of where people can get together and bond over their commitment and passion for something. The most famous club, and rightfully so, is the Multicultural Club. It is a club where students across grade levels come together and work on dances, fashion, and art to showcase at the end of the year the school's diverse and shows how Darnell Cookman takes pride on having different people, ideas, and cultures thriving in our buildings.
There is something for everyone here. Clubs are always a source of where people can get together and bond over their commitment and passion for something. The most famous club, and rightfully so, is the Multicultural Club. It is a club where students across grade levels come together and work on dances, fashion, and art to showcase at the end of the year the school's diverse and shows how Darnell Cookman takes pride on having different people, ideas, and cultures thriving in our buildings.
I have attended Darnell-Cookman since 6th grade, and in that time the school has sculpted me into the woman I am now; I have transitioned from a shy, insecure girl that was okay with doing the bare minimum into a goal oriented, involved, and high achieving student. As a student at Darnell I have been exposed to many opportunities, such as an internship at NAS Jax Medical Center where I was given the privilege of shadowing doctors and surgeons. We went into the operating room and observed an ACL replacement, bluff removal, and a vasectomy. We went through the Trauma Casualty Combat Care obstacle course where we were instructed how reach an injured sailor in the field of combat to apply a tourniquet, saving their life. Darnell has prepared me for the pursuit of a higher education; the rigorous course work prepares students for the work load and expectations in college. I highly recommend this school, even if your child doesn't to be a doctor or is unsure of what they want to be.
I like that Darnell Cookman challenges students to learn and grow. Darnell Cookman provides a great quantity of opportunities for students from various backgrounds to academically shine. The graduating class is fairly small in comparison to other schools, permitting students to get more personal attention from teachers and form remarkably strong bonds. Adding more activities for students to do outside of academics can help add to Darnell Cookman’s greatness.