Serving 2,557 students in grades 9-12, North Port 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 36% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% 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: 2,557 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: North Port High School serves the southeast part of its school district in North Port, FL, covering an area of approximately 96.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 10.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Port High School's student population of 2,557 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 125 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,557 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
125 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1990
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student. Every Day!
School Rankings
North Port 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 North Port High School is 0.58, 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
#2152 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
61%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
88%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-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 North Port High School's ranking?
North Port High School is ranked #2152 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are North Port High School often compared to?
North Port High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Venice Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Port High School?
The graduation rate of North Port High School is 88%, which is equal to the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend North Port High School?
2,557 students attend North Port High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of North Port High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Port High School?
North Port High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Port High School offer ?
North Port High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Port High School part of?
North Port High School is part of Sarasota School District.
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