Clewiston High School in Clewiston, Florida is one of two public high schools of the Hendry County Schools system. Clewiston High School, home of the Tigers, is a small, rural school in South Central Florida on the Southern border of Lake Okeechobee.
Serving 966 students in grades 9-12, Clewiston 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 21% (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 28:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 966 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Clewiston High School serves the eastern part of its school district in Clewiston, FL, covering an area of approximately 648.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 37.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clewiston High School's student population of 966 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
966 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1938
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Motto
Engage, Inspire, and Challenge Every Student Every Day!
School Rankings
Clewiston 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 Clewiston High School is 0.60, 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
#3187 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
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)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
57%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
20%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
82%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue & Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clewiston High School's ranking?
Clewiston High School is ranked #3187 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Clewiston High School often compared to?
Clewiston High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Labelle High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% 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 Clewiston High School?
The graduation rate of Clewiston High School is 82%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Clewiston High School?
966 students attend Clewiston High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Clewiston High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clewiston High School?
Clewiston High School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Clewiston High School offer ?
Clewiston High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clewiston High School part of?
Clewiston High School is part of Hendry School District.
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