Serving 1,298 students in grades 9-12, Nature Coast Technical High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,298 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nature Coast Technical High School's student population of 1,298 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,298 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nature Coast Technical High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nature Coast Technical High School is 0.56, 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
#1815 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
25%
37%
Black
6%
21%
White
61%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nature Coast Technical High School's ranking?
Nature Coast Technical High School is ranked #1815 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Nature Coast Technical High School often compared to?
Nature Coast Technical High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frank W. Springstead High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nature Coast Technical High School?
The graduation rate of Nature Coast Technical High School is 94%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Nature Coast Technical High School?
1,298 students attend Nature Coast Technical High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Nature Coast Technical High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nature Coast Technical High School?
Nature Coast Technical High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Nature Coast Technical High School offer ?
Nature Coast Technical High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Nature Coast Technical High School part of?
Nature Coast Technical High School is part of Hernando School District.
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