Serving 639 students in grades 9-12, Taylor County 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 28% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower 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 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 639 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Taylor County High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Perry, FL, covering approximately 1,232.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 21.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum reach of 34 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Taylor County High School's student population of 639 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
639 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Taylor County 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 Taylor County High School is 0.56, 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
#2964 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
29%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
60%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Graduation Rate
80-84%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. 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 Taylor County High School's ranking?
Taylor County High School is ranked #2964 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Taylor County High School?
The graduation rate of Taylor County High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Taylor County High School?
639 students attend Taylor County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Taylor County High School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Taylor County High School?
Taylor County High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Taylor County High School offer ?
Taylor County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Taylor County High School part of?
Taylor County High School is part of Taylor School District.
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