Serving 1,158 students in grades 6-12, Fort White 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 48% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,158 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fort White High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fort White High School's student population of 1,158 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
1,158 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fort White 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 Fort White High School is 0.46, 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
#2141 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
12%
37%
Black
10%
21%
White
72%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort White High School's ranking?
Fort White High School is ranked #2141 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Fort White High School often compared to?
Fort White High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Columbia High School, Fort White Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fort White High School?
The graduation rate of Fort White High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Fort White High School?
1,158 students attend Fort White High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Fort White High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fort White High School?
Fort White High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fort White High School offer ?
Fort White High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Fort White High School part of?
Fort White High School is part of Columbia School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day Before Holidays/ End 1st Semester
December 20, 2024 (Friday)
First Day of Classes (2025)/ Begin 2nd Semester
January 07, 2025 (Tuesday)
School Reviews
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