Serving 2,036 students in grades 9-12, Niceville Senior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,036 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 20% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: NICEVILLE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL serves the southeast part of Niceville, FL, covering an area of approximately 34.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 7.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Niceville Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Niceville Senior High School's student population of 2,036 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,036 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Niceville Senior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Niceville Senior High School is 0.45, 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
#572 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
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
96%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Niceville Senior High School's ranking?
Niceville Senior High School is ranked #572 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Niceville Senior High School often compared to?
Niceville Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Walton Beach High School, Choctawhatchee Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Niceville Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Niceville Senior High School is 96%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Niceville Senior High School?
2,036 students attend Niceville Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Niceville Senior High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Niceville Senior High School?
Niceville Senior High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Niceville Senior High School offer ?
Niceville Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Niceville Senior High School part of?
Niceville Senior High School is part of Okaloosa School District.
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