Very Good
#1149 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 30% in state
Port St. Joe High School
High School · GULF
100 SHARK DR, Port St. Joe, FL 32456
Enrollment
515
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
515
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,149 of 3,778
In Port St. Joe
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
GULF
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Port St. Joe High School
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About Port St. Joe High School
Port St. Joe High School is a public high school in Port St. Joe, FL, part of GULF.
Port St. Joe High School serves approximately 515 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Port St.
Joe High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,149 of 3,778 schools in FL. Structured state assessment records for Port St. Joe High School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Port St. Joe High School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
63% of students at Port St. Joe 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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Port St. Joe High School — Students at Port St. Joe High School score 53% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 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: 6.9/10.
How Port St. Joe High School Compares
See how Port St. Joe 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
100 SHARK DR, Port St. Joe, FL 32456
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Port St. Joe High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WEWAHITCHKA HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 22.6 miles away, in nearby Wewahitchka), a more accessible option. Additionally, RUTHERFORD HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.5/10, 32.5 miles away, in nearby Panama City), a more accessible option. For more schools in Port St. Joe, see our Port St. Joe schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 33.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32456 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,723
Median Home Value
$338,100
Median Rent
$1,363/mo
Population
7,304
College Educated
37.3%
Homeownership
81.2%
Avg Commute
19.5 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Median Age
57.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Port St. Joe High School
What grades does Port St. Joe High School serve?
Port St. Joe High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Port St. Joe High School?
Port St. Joe High School has an enrollment of approximately 515 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Port St. Joe High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Port St. Joe High School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Port St. Joe High School rank in FL?
Port St. Joe High School ranks #1,149 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Port St. Joe High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Port St. Joe High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Port St. Joe High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Port St. Joe High School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Port St. Joe High School a charter school?
No, Port St. Joe High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Port St. Joe High School a Title I school?
No, Port St. Joe High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Port St. Joe High School?
42.3% of students at Port St. Joe 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
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 515
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Gulf County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 63.1%
- Phone
- (850) 229-8251
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
GULF- District Enrollment
- 1,915
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,110
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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