Serving 1,546 students in grades 9-12, Seminole 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 45% (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 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% 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: 1,546 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Seminole High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Seminole High School's student population of 1,546 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,546 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Seminole 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 Seminole High School is 0.39, 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
#2235 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
11%
37%
Black
5%
21%
White
77%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
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 Seminole High School's ranking?
Seminole High School is ranked #2235 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Seminole High School often compared to?
Seminole High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Osceola Fundamental High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% 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 Seminole High School?
The graduation rate of Seminole High School is 97%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Seminole High School?
1,546 students attend Seminole High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Seminole High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Seminole High School?
Seminole High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Seminole High School offer ?
Seminole High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Seminole High School part of?
Seminole High School is part of Pinellas School District.
School Calendar
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The last day for all students has changed from an early-release day to a full day.
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
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