Serving 2,825 students in grades 9-12, West Port 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 34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,825 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Port High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
West Port High School's student population of 2,825 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 107 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,825 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
107 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Port High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Port High School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2058 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
39%
36%
Black
18%
21%
White
34%
36%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Port High School's ranking?
West Port High School is ranked #2058 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are West Port High School often compared to?
West Port High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forest High School, Vanguard High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Port High School?
The graduation rate of West Port High School is 94%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 89%.
How many students attend West Port High School?
2,825 students attend West Port High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of West Port High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Port High School?
West Port High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does West Port High School offer ?
West Port High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Port High School part of?
West Port High School is part of Marion School District.
School Calendar
View the West Port High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Last Day of School for Students
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
First Day for Students
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Classes Resume - First Day of Semester 2
January 08, 2025 (Wednesday)
Spring Break (No School)
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
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