Serving 1,297 students in grades 9-12, Nature Coast Technical High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,297 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nature Coast Technical High School's student population of 1,297 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,297 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nature Coast Technical High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nature Coast Technical 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
#1474 out of 3655 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
24%
36%
Black
6%
21%
White
62%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
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 Nature Coast Technical High School's ranking?
Nature Coast Technical High School is ranked #1474 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Nature Coast Technical High School often compared to?
Nature Coast Technical High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frank W. Springstead High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nature Coast Technical High School?
The graduation rate of Nature Coast Technical High School is 94%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 89%.
How many students attend Nature Coast Technical High School?
1,297 students attend Nature Coast Technical High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Nature Coast Technical High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nature Coast Technical High School?
Nature Coast Technical High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Nature Coast Technical High School offer ?
Nature Coast Technical High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Nature Coast Technical High School part of?
Nature Coast Technical High School is part of Hernando School District.
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