Serving 2,284 students in grades 9-12, Pace 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 50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,284 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pace High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pace High School's student population of 2,284 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,284 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Pace 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 Pace High School is 0.42, 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
#1450 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
9%
37%
Black
4%
21%
White
75%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pace High School's ranking?
Pace High School is ranked #1450 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Pace High School often compared to?
Pace High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Milton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pace High School?
The graduation rate of Pace High School is 93%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pace High School?
2,284 students attend Pace High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Pace High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pace High School?
Pace High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pace High School offer ?
Pace High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pace High School part of?
Pace High School is part of Santa Rosa School District.
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