Serving 452 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Poplar Springs 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 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Poplar Springs High School's student population of 452 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
452 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Poplar Springs 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 Poplar Springs High School is 0.32, 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
#1698 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%

Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
37%

Black
4%
21%

White
82%
35%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
47%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Poplar Springs High School's ranking?
Poplar Springs High School is ranked #1698 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Poplar Springs High School?
The graduation rate of Poplar Springs High School is 80%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Poplar Springs High School?
452 students attend Poplar Springs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Poplar Springs High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Poplar Springs High School?
Poplar Springs High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Poplar Springs High School offer ?
Poplar Springs High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Poplar Springs High School part of?
Poplar Springs High School is part of Holmes School District.
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