Branford High School is the only public high school in Branford, Florida, United States. It has multiple different extracurricular activities, these activities include but are not limited to, Marching band, football, cross country, softball, baseball, football, volleyball, and track and field.
Serving 782 students in grades 6-12, Branford High School ranks in the bottom 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 50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 782 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Branford High School's student population of 782 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
782 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Royal blue, Orange
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Branford 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 Branford High School is 0.37, 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
#1879 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
15%
37%
Black
3%
21%
White
78%
35%
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
51%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Branford High School's ranking?
Branford High School is ranked #1879 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Branford High School often compared to?
Branford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Suwannee Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Branford High School?
The graduation rate of Branford High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Branford High School?
782 students attend Branford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Branford High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Branford High School?
Branford High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Branford High School offer ?
Branford High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Branford High School part of?
Branford High School is part of Suwannee School District.
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