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#2351 of 3,777 schools in FL
Keystone Heights Junior/senior High
High School · CLAY
900 ORCHID AVE, Keystone Heights, FL 32656
Enrollment
1,169
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
5.9
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
1,169
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
5.9
Grades
7th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Keystone Heights
#3 of 3
public schools
Florida high schools
#229 of 748
In district
#35 of 47
CLAY
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Exceptional
About Keystone Heights Junior/senior High
Keystone Heights Junior/Senior High serves 1,169 students in grades 7-12 in the heart of Clay County, Florida. This regular public school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17.2:1 with 68 full-time equivalent teachers, creating a manageable learning environment for its diverse student body. Academically, the school earns a 6.3 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranks in the 63rd percentile statewide at #1418 out of 3,816 Florida schools.
Students demonstrate solid performance in core subjects, with 58% achieving proficiency or above in mathematics and 55% meeting or exceeding standards in English Language Arts and reading across all grade levels tested. The school draws from a community where families have a median household income of $63,707 and median home values of $180,100. About 20% of local residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, while the poverty rate stands at 13.2% in the surrounding ZIP code area of 14,702 residents.
Located at 900 Orchid Avenue, Keystone Heights Junior/Senior High sits in a town setting that provides students with a close-knit community atmosphere while still offering the resources and opportunities of a comprehensive secondary school serving both middle and high school students.
Score Breakdown
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Keystone Heights Junior/senior High — Students at Keystone Heights Junior/senior High score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 10 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: 8.5/10.
How Keystone Heights Junior/senior High Compares
See how Keystone Heights Junior/senior High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 59% (2019) to 48% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 52% (2019) to 47% (2021).
Location
900 ORCHID AVE, Keystone Heights, FL 32656
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Keystone Heights Junior/senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Q.I. ROBERTS JR. - SR. HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 12.2 miles away, in nearby Florahome), which scores notably higher. Another option is HAWTHORNE MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.8/10, 13.5 miles away, in nearby Hawthorne), a more accessible option. Additionally, INTERLACHEN JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 3.2/10, 13.9 miles away, in nearby Interlachen), a more accessible option. For more schools in Keystone Heights, see our Keystone Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32656 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,201
Median Home Value
$202,900
Median Rent
$1,068/mo
Population
15,630
College Educated
21.6%
Homeownership
82%
Avg Commute
38.7 min
Poverty Rate
12.8%
Median Age
40.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Keystone Heights Junior/senior High has a median household income of $73,201. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $202,900, with a median rent of $1,068/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.8%. The average commute in the area is 39 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HERNANDO HIGH SCHOOL Brooksville, FL | 5.9 |
| INLET GROVE COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Riviera Beach, FL | 5.9 |
| KING HIGH SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 5.9 |
| NAPLES HIGH SCHOOL Naples, FL | 5.9 |
| WEEKI WACHEE HIGH SCHOOL Weeki Wachee, FL | 5.9 |
| FORT WALTON BEACH HIGH SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach, FL | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Keystone Heights Junior/senior High
What grades does Keystone Heights Junior/senior High serve?
Keystone Heights Junior/senior High serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Keystone Heights Junior/senior High?
Keystone Heights Junior/senior High has an enrollment of approximately 1,169 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Keystone Heights Junior/senior High?
The student-teacher ratio at Keystone Heights Junior/senior High is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Keystone Heights Junior/senior High rank in FL?
Keystone Heights Junior/senior High is ranked #2351 out of 3,777 schools in FL.
What is Keystone Heights Junior/senior High's MySchoolScout rating?
Keystone Heights Junior/senior High has a composite rating of 5.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Keystone Heights Junior/senior High?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Keystone Heights Junior/senior High has 55.5% math proficiency and 53.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Keystone Heights Junior/senior High a charter school?
No, Keystone Heights Junior/senior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Keystone Heights Junior/senior High a Title I school?
No, Keystone Heights Junior/senior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Keystone Heights Junior/senior High?
58.6% of students at Keystone Heights Junior/senior High 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
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,169
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 68
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Clay County
- Phone
- (904) 336-7775
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
CLAY- District Enrollment
- 39,362
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,252
- District Rank
- #35 of 47
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