Serving 2,577 students in grades 9-12, North 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 36% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher 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 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,577 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Port High School's student population of 2,577 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 129 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,577 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
129 teachers
Year Founded
1990
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student. Every Day!
School Rankings
North Port 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 North Port High School is 0.57, 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
#2152 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
20%
37%
Black
9%
21%
White
62%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Port High School's ranking?
North Port High School is ranked #2152 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are North Port High School often compared to?
North Port High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Venice Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Port High School?
The graduation rate of North Port High School is 88%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend North Port High School?
2,577 students attend North Port High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of North Port High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Port High School?
North Port High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Port High School offer ?
North Port High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Port High School part of?
North Port High School is part of Sarasota School District.
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