Serving 1,423 students in grades 9-12, Boca Ciega High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,423 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Boca Ciega High School's student population of 1,423 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,423 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Boca Ciega High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Boca Ciega High School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3079 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
12%
37%
Black
52%
21%
White
28%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boca Ciega High School's ranking?
Boca Ciega High School is ranked #3079 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Boca Ciega High School often compared to?
Boca Ciega High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Osceola Fundamental High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Boca Ciega High School?
The graduation rate of Boca Ciega High School is 89%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Boca Ciega High School?
1,423 students attend Boca Ciega High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Boca Ciega High School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Boca Ciega High School?
Boca Ciega High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Boca Ciega High School offer ?
Boca Ciega High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Boca Ciega High School part of?
Boca Ciega High School is part of Pinellas School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last day for all students. End of fourth quarter. Students will be released two hours early.
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
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