Serving 1,734 students in grades 9-12, Parrish Community High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). 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 24:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,734 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parrish Community High School's student population of 1,734 students has grown by 56% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 52% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,734 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Parrish Community High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parrish Community High School is 0.50, 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
#1396 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
19%
36%
Black
6%
21%
White
68%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parrish Community High School's ranking?
Parrish Community High School is ranked #1396 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Parrish Community High School often compared to?
Parrish Community High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakewood Ranch High School, Braden River High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Parrish Community High School?
The graduation rate of Parrish Community High School is 93%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Parrish Community High School?
1,734 students attend Parrish Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Parrish Community High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Parrish Community High School?
Parrish Community High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Parrish Community High School offer ?
Parrish Community High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Parrish Community High School part of?
Parrish Community High School is part of Manatee School District.
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