Serving 978 students in grades 9-12, Clewiston 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 24% (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 26:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 978 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clewiston High School's student population of 978 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
978 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clewiston 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 Clewiston High School is 0.60, 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
#3134 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
57%
37%
Black
22%
21%
White
19%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
47%
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 Clewiston High School's ranking?
Clewiston High School is ranked #3134 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Clewiston High School often compared to?
Clewiston High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Labelle High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% 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 Clewiston High School?
The graduation rate of Clewiston High School is 87%, which is equal to the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Clewiston High School?
978 students attend Clewiston High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Clewiston High School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clewiston High School?
Clewiston High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Clewiston High School offer ?
Clewiston High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Clewiston High School part of?
Clewiston High School is part of Hendry School District.
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