Serving 1,810 students in grades 9-12, South Fork 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 37% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (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 50% 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: 1,810 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Fork High School's student population of 1,810 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,810 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Fork 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 South Fork High School is 0.60, 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
#2381 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
39%
37%
Black
7%
21%
White
50%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Fork High School's ranking?
South Fork High School is ranked #2381 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are South Fork High School often compared to?
South Fork High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Martin County High School, Jensen Beach High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Fork High School?
The graduation rate of South Fork High School is 95%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend South Fork High School?
1,810 students attend South Fork High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of South Fork High School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Fork High School?
South Fork High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Fork High School offer ?
South Fork High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South Fork High School part of?
South Fork High School is part of Martin School District.
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