Serving 302 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hosford Elementary Junior 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 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 302 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: HOSFORD ELEMENTARY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL serves the eastern part of Hosford, FL, covering an area of approximately 315.5 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 30.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hosford Elementary Junior High School's student population of 302 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
302 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Go Panthers
School Rankings
Hosford Elementary Junior 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 Hosford Elementary Junior High School is 0.19, 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
#1336 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
6%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)59.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
1%
5%
Showing 2006–2018. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hosford Elementary Junior High School's ranking?
Hosford Elementary Junior High School is ranked #1336 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Hosford Elementary Junior High School?
302 students attend Hosford Elementary Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Hosford Elementary Junior High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hosford Elementary Junior High School?
Hosford Elementary Junior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hosford Elementary Junior High School offer ?
Hosford Elementary Junior High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hosford Elementary Junior High School part of?
Hosford Elementary Junior High School is part of Liberty School District.
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