Serving 2,853 students in grades 9-12, Fort Pierce Central 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 15% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,853 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fort Pierce Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Fort Pierce Central High School's student population of 2,853 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 114 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,853 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
114 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fort Pierce Central 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 Fort Pierce Central High School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2898 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
39%
36%
Black
27%
21%
White
28%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Pierce Central High School's ranking?
Fort Pierce Central High School is ranked #2898 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Fort Pierce Central High School often compared to?
Fort Pierce Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Pierce Westwood The W.e.s.t. Prep Magnet by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fort Pierce Central High School?
The graduation rate of Fort Pierce Central High School is 99%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 89%.
How many students attend Fort Pierce Central High School?
2,853 students attend Fort Pierce Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Fort Pierce Central High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 27% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fort Pierce Central High School?
Fort Pierce Central High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Fort Pierce Central High School offer ?
Fort Pierce Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Fort Pierce Central High School part of?
Fort Pierce Central High School is part of St. Lucie School District.
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