Seminole High School, originally established as Sanford High School, is a public high school located in Sanford, Florida, operated by Seminole County Public Schools. From 2006 to 2011, Seminole High School was one of the schools in Seminole County on Newsweek's list of the top 1,200 schools in the United States.
Serving 3,919 students in grades 6-12, Seminole 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 30% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). 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 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 3,919 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Seminole High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Seminole High School's student population of 3,919 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 184 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,919 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
184 teachers
Year Founded
1902
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Our vision is that every student will achieve at his or her maximum potential in an engaging, inspiring and challenging learning environment.
School Rankings
Seminole 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 Seminole High School is 0.75, which is more 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
#2440 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
27%
37%
Black
29%
21%
White
29%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
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
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Fighting Seminoles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seminole High School's ranking?
Seminole High School is ranked #2440 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Seminole High School often compared to?
Seminole High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Mary High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Seminole High School?
The graduation rate of Seminole High School is 88%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Seminole High School?
3,919 students attend Seminole High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Seminole High School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Seminole High School?
Seminole High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Seminole High School offer ?
Seminole High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Seminole High School part of?
Seminole High School is part of Seminole School District.
School Reviews
3 8/2/2019
I am currently one of the ESOL teachers. I love working at this school! Proud to be part of the amazing group of teachers at SHS; teachers here give their best. Administration is always on top of everything, which that makes a HUGE difference. GO NOLES!!!
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