Serving 1,872 students in grades 9-12, Charlotte 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 41% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). 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 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% 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: 1,872 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Charlotte High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Punta Gorda, FL, covering approximately 611.3 square miles, with typical drives to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is 19.1 miles, reaching up to 31.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Charlotte High School's student population of 1,872 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,872 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1926
School Calendar
Campus Size
325,000 square feet (30,200 m2)
School Rankings
Charlotte 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 Charlotte High School is 0.56, 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
#2592 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
22%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
9%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
62%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
90%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Fighting Tarpon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charlotte High School's ranking?
Charlotte High School is ranked #2592 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Charlotte High School often compared to?
Charlotte High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Port Charlotte High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Charlotte High School?
The graduation rate of Charlotte High School is 90%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Charlotte High School?
1,872 students attend Charlotte High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Charlotte High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charlotte High School?
Charlotte High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Charlotte High School offer ?
Charlotte High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Charlotte High School part of?
Charlotte High School is part of Charlotte School District.
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