Serving 2,533 students in grades 9-12, Flagler-palm Coast 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 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,533 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Flagler-Palm Coast High School serves the southern part of Palm Coast, FL, encompassing an area of approximately 382.5 square miles. Families typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 19.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Flagler-palm Coast High School's student population of 2,533 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 122 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,533 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
122 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1974
School Calendar
School Motto
Be Respectful, Responsible, Safe, and Engaged.
School Rankings
Flagler-palm Coast 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 Flagler-palm Coast High School is 0.63, 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
#2182 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
56%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
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
85%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
7%
4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Forest Green, White, and Silver
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Flagler-palm Coast High School's ranking?
Flagler-palm Coast High School is ranked #2182 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Flagler-palm Coast High School often compared to?
Flagler-palm Coast High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Matanzas High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Flagler-palm Coast High School?
The graduation rate of Flagler-palm Coast High School is 85%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Flagler-palm Coast High School?
2,533 students attend Flagler-palm Coast High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Flagler-palm Coast High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Flagler-palm Coast High School?
Flagler-palm Coast High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Flagler-palm Coast High School offer ?
Flagler-palm Coast High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Flagler-palm Coast High School part of?
Flagler-palm Coast High School is part of Flagler School District.
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