Serving 326 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 15-19% (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 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% 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: 326 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Vernon High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Vernon, FL, encompassing approximately 616 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being nearly 23 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vernon High School's student population of 326 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
326 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
School Rankings
Vernon 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 Vernon High School is 0.44, 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
#2581 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
2%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-84%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal blue, Orange
School Mascot
Jackets
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 #2581 out of 3,662 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?
15-19% 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 80-84%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Vernon High School?
326 students attend Vernon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Vernon High School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vernon High School?
Vernon High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Vernon High School offer ?
Vernon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vernon High School part of?
Vernon High School is part of Washington School District.
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