Serving 298 students in grades 6-12, Ponce De Leon 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 39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ponce De Leon High School's attendance zone covers the entire district, encompassing an area of approximately 489 square miles around Ponce De Leon, FL. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 19.7 miles and the furthest edge located 32.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ponce De Leon High School's student population of 298 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
298 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ponce De Leon 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 Ponce De Leon High School is 0.20, 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
#2664 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
21%
White
89%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-89%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. 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 Ponce De Leon High School's ranking?
Ponce De Leon High School is ranked #2664 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Ponce De Leon High School often compared to?
Ponce De Leon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Holmes County High School, Bethlehem High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ponce De Leon High School?
The graduation rate of Ponce De Leon High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Ponce De Leon High School?
298 students attend Ponce De Leon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Ponce De Leon High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ponce De Leon High School?
Ponce De Leon High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ponce De Leon High School offer ?
Ponce De Leon High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ponce De Leon High School part of?
Ponce De Leon High School is part of Holmes School District.
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