Serving 2,553 students in grades 9-12, Winter Haven Senior 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 27% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,553 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winter Haven Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Winter Haven Senior High School's student population of 2,553 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 111 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Mascot
Blue Devils
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,553 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
111 teachers
Year Founded
1886
School Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Winter Haven Senior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Winter Haven Senior 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
#2968 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
33%
37%
Black
31%
21%
White
31%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
5%
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 Winter Haven Senior High School's ranking?
Winter Haven Senior High School is ranked #2968 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Winter Haven Senior High School often compared to?
Winter Haven Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Region High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Winter Haven Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Winter Haven Senior High School is 88%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Winter Haven Senior High School?
2,553 students attend Winter Haven Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Winter Haven Senior High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 31% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Winter Haven Senior High School?
Winter Haven Senior High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Winter Haven Senior High School offer ?
Winter Haven Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Winter Haven Senior High School part of?
Winter Haven Senior High School is part of Polk School District.
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