Serving 2,695 students in grades 9-12, J. P. Taravella 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 19% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,695 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J. P. Taravella High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
J. P. Taravella High School's student population of 2,695 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 114 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,695 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
114 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
J. P. Taravella High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J. P. Taravella High School is 0.69, 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
#2831 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
33%
36%
Black
41%
21%
White
20%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J. P. Taravella High School's ranking?
J. P. Taravella High School is ranked #2831 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are J. P. Taravella High School often compared to?
J. P. Taravella High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coral Glades High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of J. P. Taravella High School?
The graduation rate of J. P. Taravella High School is 93%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 89%.
How many students attend J. P. Taravella High School?
2,695 students attend J. P. Taravella High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of J. P. Taravella High School students are Black, 33% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J. P. Taravella High School?
J. P. Taravella High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does J. P. Taravella High School offer ?
J. P. Taravella High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is J. P. Taravella High School part of?
J. P. Taravella High School is part of Broward School District.
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