Below Average
#3340 of 3,778 schools in FL
Haines City Senior High School
High School · POLK
2800 HORNET DR, Haines City, FL 33844
Enrollment
2,914
Student-Teacher
23.9:1
Score
4.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,914
Student-Teacher
23.9:1
Score
4.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,340 of 3,778
In Haines City
#6 of 7
public schools
In district
#123 of 155
POLK
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About Haines City Senior High School
Haines City Senior High School is a public high school in Haines City, FL, part of POLK. Haines City Senior High School serves approximately 2,914 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 23.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Haines City Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,340 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Haines City Senior High School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
What's said publicly about Haines City Senior High School
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated April 2026.
Sources (1)
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 5.0
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Haines City Senior High School is a large school: 2,914 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Haines City Senior High School runs 23.9:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
41% of students at Haines City Senior High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Haines City Senior High School — Students at Haines City Senior High School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 27 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.8/10.
How Haines City Senior High School Compares
See how Haines City Senior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2800 HORNET DR, Haines City, FL 33844
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Haines City Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. DON E WOODS OPPORTUNITY CENTER (rated 6.1/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Dundee), which scores notably higher. Another option is RIDGE TECHNICAL ACADEMY (rated 4.9/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Winter Haven), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, RIDGE COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 3.7/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Davenport), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Haines City, see our Haines City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33844 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,426
Median Home Value
$212,700
Median Rent
$1,158/mo
Population
49,133
College Educated
17.3%
Homeownership
69.9%
Avg Commute
36.2 min
Poverty Rate
16.2%
Median Age
39.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Haines City Senior High School
What grades does Haines City Senior High School serve?
Haines City Senior High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Haines City Senior High School?
Haines City Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 2,914 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Haines City Senior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Haines City Senior High School is 23.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Haines City Senior High School rank in FL?
Haines City Senior High School ranks #3,340 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Haines City Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Haines City Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Haines City Senior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Haines City Senior High School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Haines City Senior High School a charter school?
No, Haines City Senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Haines City Senior High School a Title I school?
No, Haines City Senior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Haines City Senior High School?
68.3% of students at Haines City Senior High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,914
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 122
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Polk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.8%
- Phone
- (863) 421-3281
- 4-Year Graduation
- 86.0%
Resources & Links
District
POLK- District Enrollment
- 111,041
- Schools in District
- 167
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,242
- District Rank
- #123 of 155
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