Durant High School is a public high school in Plant City, Florida. The school is named for the community in which it is located and opened in 1995. The school's first Principal, Ron Frost died of cancer in 1997. The Durant High School Football stadium is named in his honor.
Serving 2,504 students in grades 9-12, Durant 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 47% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,504 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Durant High School serves the southeast part of Plant City, FL, covering an attendance zone of approximately 155.5 square miles. Families typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 7.5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 18.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Durant High School's student population of 2,504 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,504 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
School Rankings
Durant High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Durant High School is 0.64, 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
#2068 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
38%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
92%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Cougar
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Durant High School's ranking?
Durant High School is ranked #2068 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Durant High School often compared to?
Durant High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bloomingdale High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Durant High School?
The graduation rate of Durant High School is 92%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Durant High School?
2,504 students attend Durant High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Durant High School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Durant High School?
Durant High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Durant High School offer ?
Durant High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Durant High School part of?
Durant High School is part of Hillsborough School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I attended Durant and I loved it! It was an amazing school with a staff that genuinely cares about their students. I felt truly cared for and I had a wonderful experience.
5 10/10/2025
I graduated in 2003, and Durant was an amazing school with alot to offer.
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