Serving 386 students in grades 9-12, Vernon 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vernon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Vernon High School's student population of 386 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
386 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vernon High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vernon High School is 0.42, 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
#2174 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
36%
Black
14%
21%
White
75%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vernon High School's ranking?
Vernon High School is ranked #2174 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Vernon High School often compared to?
Vernon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chipley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vernon High School?
The graduation rate of Vernon High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Vernon High School?
386 students attend Vernon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Vernon High School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vernon High School?
Vernon High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Vernon High School offer ?
Vernon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Vernon High School part of?
Vernon High School is part of Washington School District.
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