Serving 419 students in grades 6-12, Cottondale 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 61% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cottondale High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Cottondale High School's student population of 419 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
419 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cottondale High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cottondale High School is 0.48, 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
#1121 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
5%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Black
18%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
70%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
70-74%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cottondale High School's ranking?
Cottondale High School is ranked #1121 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Cottondale High School often compared to?
Cottondale High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marianna High School, Graceville School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cottondale High School?
The graduation rate of Cottondale High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Cottondale High School?
419 students attend Cottondale High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Cottondale High School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cottondale High School?
Cottondale High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cottondale High School offer ?
Cottondale High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cottondale High School part of?
Cottondale High School is part of Jackson School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
As a student at Cottondale High School I will say that I absolutely love it. I love this school, because I can have a good relationship with all my teachers and I know that even years after I graduate I will be able to come back and thank them for everything they have did. CHS has many wonderful teachers who really do care about the well being of their students and for that I wouldn't want to be at any other school. My teachers try their very best to make sure that we understand what they are teaching, which is very important. They never let us give up, they tell us to keep moving and get the job done not to just get by, but to succeed in what we are doing in the classroom and also in life.
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