Port St. Joe High School is located in Port St. Joe, Florida. It was A-rated three consecutive years as of the 2016–17 school year. The school's athletic teams are known as the Sharks.
Serving 515 students in grades 7-12, Port St. Joe 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 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 515 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Port St. Joe High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Port St. Joe High School's student population of 515 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
515 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Port St. Joe High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Port St. Joe High School is 0.47, 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
#1506 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
10%
37%
Black
11%
21%
White
71%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Port St. Joe High School's ranking?
Port St. Joe High School is ranked #1506 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Port St. Joe High School often compared to?
Port St. Joe High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wewahitchka High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Port St. Joe High School?
The graduation rate of Port St. Joe High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Port St. Joe High School?
515 students attend Port St. Joe High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Port St. Joe High School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Port St. Joe High School?
Port St. Joe High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Port St. Joe High School offer ?
Port St. Joe High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Port St. Joe High School part of?
Port St. Joe High School is part of Gulf School District.
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