For those with the Highest Expectations

An elite institution and noted IB World School, Paxon is recognized in the top 1% of high schools nationwide. Our JROTC is in the top 1% in the world, and our students are consistently among the highest scholarship money recipients in the district. We were the first school in Duval County with a 100% graduation rate for four consecutive years. Paxon is driven to provide an exemplary education to the most versatile student. We offer the most expansive educational program in Duval County. From academics to arts like film and music, sports and information technology—we create pathways for students to experience achievement, competition and a global perspective. Combine this with the Embry-Riddle dual enrollment program, and it’s easy to see why Paxon students and faculty have higher expectations and can define their own terms of success while knowing they belong here.

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The First chapter of a success story

At Paxon, you can start creating your future life story now. Discover untapped talent and interests through an assortment of educational and extracurricular offerings. Unleash a creative genius by furthering your artistic expression through music, fine art or film. Develop your skill, strength, and stamina with a wide range of sports. If academia is your passion, rise to the challenge of graduating with honors in our celebrated AP and IB programs. Or pursue a military career with our globally recognized JROTC program.

One of the smartest decisions you will ever make

Whether your plans include Harvard, UF or Julliard…the military or cinematic arts…a local trade endeavor or international business, you will be well-prepared for the future of your dreams at Paxon. Discover your fullest potential and expand your personal and professional goals. You will be welcomed into a diverse and versatile student body. Here, we rally around a common purpose—to provide the highest quality educational experience for all possible futures. If you want to take on the world, do it here. If you have big dreams, make them come true here—at Paxon—where personal success doesn’t mean yielding to the status quo.

A high school of distinction

Paxon students benefit from a world of opportunity. Choose a more enjoyable education to pursue your dreams—no matter where they take you. You will have exceptional teachers. Seven Gladys Prior Award for Career Teaching Excellence recipients—more than any other school in Duval County. A school where you can be an athlete competing in district, regional and state champions in basketball, football, soccer, softball, swimming, track, weightlifting, baseball, volleyball, bowling and lacrosse. A place to expand your creativity with arts offerings that include award winning film, tv production, visual art, band, drumline and chorus.

Paxon Programs

Advanced Placement

Ensures that students receive a college-level education while still in high school, potentially enabling them to receive college credit at hundreds of colleges and universities.

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IB

International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme at Paxon allows students to participate in an internationally recognized course of study aimed to encourage students to be knowledgeable and inquiring, but also caring and compassionate.

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Fine Arts

At Paxon, our students are scholars and artists. The Paxon Fine Arts programs including vocal and instrumental music, visual arts, and theatre help students to unleash their creative genius in award winning programs.

Army JROTC

The Paxon SAS Army JROTC Golden Eagle Battalion's mission is to "Motivate young people to be better citizens." The course curriculum is designed to teach leadership and citizenship skills.

Digital Video Technology Academy

Students in the Academy of Digital Video Technology learn leadership and communication skills while assuming responsibility for the overall production of digital video activities.

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