Serving 2,362 students in grades 9-12, Plant City 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 38% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (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 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,362 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 10% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plant City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Plant City High School's student population of 2,362 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 112 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,362 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
112 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Plant City High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plant City High School is 0.61, 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
#2420 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
51%
36%
Black
10%
21%
White
36%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plant City High School's ranking?
Plant City High School is ranked #2420 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Plant City High School?
The graduation rate of Plant City High School is 98%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 89%.
How many students attend Plant City High School?
2,362 students attend Plant City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Plant City High School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Plant City High School?
Plant City High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Plant City High School offer ?
Plant City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Plant City High School part of?
Plant City High School is part of Hillsborough School District.
School Calendar
View the Plant City High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Seniors' Last Day
May 21, 2024 (Tuesday)
Last Day of School/End of 4th Grading Period (End of 2nd Semester)
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
First Day of School
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
Fall Break/Non-Student Days *
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break/Non-Student Days
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
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