Serving 1,101 students in grades 6-12, Fort White 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 43% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,101 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Fort White High School serves the southern part of the Fort White, FL school district, covering an area of approximately 227.4 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 13.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fort White High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fort White High School's student population of 1,101 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,101 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Year Founded
2000
School Rankings
Fort White 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 Fort White High School is 0.46, 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
#2303 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Black
9%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
White
72%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 25-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 Fort White High School's ranking?
Fort White High School is ranked #2303 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Fort White High School often compared to?
Fort White High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Columbia High School, Fort White Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fort White High School?
The graduation rate of Fort White High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Fort White High School?
1,101 students attend Fort White High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Fort White High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fort White High School?
Fort White High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fort White High School offer ?
Fort White High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fort White High School part of?
Fort White High School is part of Columbia School District.
School Calendar
View the Fort White High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of Classes 2027
January 06, 2027 (Wednesday)
Spring Break- System Closed
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day Of Classes
May 26, 2027 (Wednesday)
School Reviews
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