Serving 3,187 students in grades 9-12, Fort Pierce Central 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 24% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,187 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fort Pierce Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Fort Pierce Central High School's student population of 3,187 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 120 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,187 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
120 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fort Pierce Central 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 Fort Pierce Central 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
#2745 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
40%
37%
Black
29%
21%
White
25%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Pierce Central High School's ranking?
Fort Pierce Central High School is ranked #2745 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Fort Pierce Central High School often compared to?
Fort Pierce Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Pierce Westwood Academy The W.e.s.t. Prep Magnet by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fort Pierce Central High School?
The graduation rate of Fort Pierce Central High School is 94%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Fort Pierce Central High School?
3,187 students attend Fort Pierce Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Fort Pierce Central High School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 25% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fort Pierce Central High School?
Fort Pierce Central High School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fort Pierce Central High School offer ?
Fort Pierce Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Fort Pierce Central High School part of?
Fort Pierce Central High School is part of St. Lucie School District.
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