Serving 546 students in grades 9-12, Richard O Jacobson Technical High School At Seminole 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 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Career Academies of Seminole serves the southwest part of Seminole, FL, covering an area of approximately 20.1 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richard O Jacobson Technical High School At Seminole ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Richard O Jacobson Technical High School At Seminole's student population of 546 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
546 students
Showing 2002–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Richard O Jacobson Technical High School At Seminole 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 Richard O Jacobson Technical High School At Seminole is 0.51, 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
#2100 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2002–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
19%
38%
Showing 2002–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
21%
Showing 2002–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
34%
Showing 2002–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2002–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
42%
Showing 2002–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2002–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Safety is our Priority. Learning is our Focus.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richard O Jacobson Technical High School At Seminole's ranking?
Richard O Jacobson Technical High School At Seminole is ranked #2100 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Richard O Jacobson Technical High School At Seminole often compared to?
Richard O Jacobson Technical High School At Seminoleis often viewed alongside schools like Marchman Technical College High School, Osceola Fundamental 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 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Richard O Jacobson Technical High School At Seminole?
The graduation rate of Richard O Jacobson Technical High School At Seminole is 95%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Richard O Jacobson Technical High School At Seminole?
546 students attend Richard O Jacobson Technical High School At Seminole.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Richard O Jacobson Technical High School At Seminole students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richard O Jacobson Technical High School At Seminole?
Richard O Jacobson Technical High School At Seminole has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Richard O Jacobson Technical High School At Seminole offer ?
Richard O Jacobson Technical High School At Seminole offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Richard O Jacobson Technical High School At Seminole part of?
Richard O Jacobson Technical High School At Seminole is part of Pinellas School District.
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