Andrew Jackson Fundamental Magnet High School, commonly nicknamed "A.J.

The decision to go back to co-ed status in 1989 brought about a mild decline in the school.

More students were choosing to attend Andrew Jackson, a magnet school that served the entire parish, rather than just the upper end.

Unlike like Chalmette and St. Bernard high schools, Andrew Jackson required an entrance examination, interview, or audition.

The last graduating class before Hurricane Katrina took place at the Frederick J. Sigur Civic Center on May 19, 2005.