Serving 690 students in grades 6-12, Blountstown High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 690 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 30% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blountstown High School's student population of 690 students has grown by 69% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
690 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Blountstown High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blountstown High School is 0.49, 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
#1142 out of 3655 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
7%
36%
Black
17%
21%
White
69%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blountstown High School's ranking?
Blountstown High School is ranked #1142 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Blountstown High School often compared to?
Blountstown High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Altha Public School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Blountstown High School?
The graduation rate of Blountstown High School is 95%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 89%.
How many students attend Blountstown High School?
690 students attend Blountstown High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Blountstown High School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blountstown High School?
Blountstown High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Blountstown High School offer ?
Blountstown High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Blountstown High School part of?
Blountstown High School is part of Calhoun School District.
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