Serving 1,394 students in grades 9-12, Seminole 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 38% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% 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: 1,394 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 20% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Seminole High School serves the southwest area of Seminole, FL, covering approximately 20.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the attendance zone is 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 5.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Seminole High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Seminole High School's student population of 1,394 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,394 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
School Rankings
Seminole 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 Seminole 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
#2451 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
14%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
7%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
71%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
96%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seminole High School's ranking?
Seminole High School is ranked #2451 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Seminole High School often compared to?
Seminole High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Osceola Fundamental High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Seminole High School?
The graduation rate of Seminole High School is 96%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Seminole High School?
1,394 students attend Seminole High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Seminole High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% 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 Seminole High School?
Seminole High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Seminole High School offer ?
Seminole High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Seminole High School part of?
Seminole High School is part of Pinellas School District.
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