Serving 1,039 students in grades 9-12, Boca Ciega 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 18% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,039 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Boca Ciega High School serves the southern part of Saint Petersburg, FL, covering an area of approximately 16 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 2.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 5.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Boca Ciega High School's student population of 1,039 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,039 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1953
School Calendar
School Rankings
Boca Ciega 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 Boca Ciega 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
#3233 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
56%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
25%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-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 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
91%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)73.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Navy Blue, Gold
School Mascot
The Pirates
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boca Ciega High School's ranking?
Boca Ciega High School is ranked #3233 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Boca Ciega High School often compared to?
Boca Ciega High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Osceola Fundamental High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Boca Ciega High School?
The graduation rate of Boca Ciega High School is 91%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Boca Ciega High School?
1,039 students attend Boca Ciega High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Boca Ciega High School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Boca Ciega High School?
Boca Ciega High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Boca Ciega High School offer ?
Boca Ciega High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Boca Ciega High School part of?
Boca Ciega High School is part of Pinellas School District.
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