Serving 28 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Highlands County Hospital/homebound Program 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 <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special education school / Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 28 students
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highlands County Hospital/homebound Program ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Highlands County Hospital/homebound Program's student population of 28 students has grown by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
28 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Highlands County Hospital/homebound Program 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 Highlands County Hospital/homebound Program is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1872 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
39%
37%
Black
22%
21%
White
32%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highlands County Hospital/homebound Program's ranking?
Highlands County Hospital/homebound Program is ranked #1872 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Highlands County Hospital/homebound Program?
28 students attend Highlands County Hospital/homebound Program.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Highlands County Hospital/homebound Program students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 22% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Highlands County Hospital/homebound Program offer ?
Highlands County Hospital/homebound Program offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Highlands County Hospital/homebound Program part of?
Highlands County Hospital/homebound Program is part of Highlands School District.
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