Average
#2561 of 3,778 schools in FL
Suwannee High School
High School · SUWANNEE
1314 PINE AVE SW, Live Oak, FL 32064
Enrollment
1,202
Student-Teacher
23.1:1
Score
5.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,202
Student-Teacher
23.1:1
Score
5.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,561 of 3,778
In Live Oak
#6 of 7
public schools
In district
#8 of 9
SUWANNEE
Academic growth
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Suwannee High School
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About Suwannee High School
Suwannee High School is a public high school in Live Oak, FL, part of SUWANNEE. Suwannee High School serves approximately 1,202 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 23.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Suwannee High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,561 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Suwannee High School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Suwannee High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Suwannee High School runs 23.1:1 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.
42% of students at Suwannee 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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Suwannee High School — Students at Suwannee High School score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.7%
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: 7.5/10.
How Suwannee High School Compares
See how Suwannee 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
1314 PINE AVE SW, Live Oak, FL 32064
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Suwannee High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SUWANNEE RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.4/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SUWANNEE VIRTUAL SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SUWANNEE SPRINGCREST ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Live Oak, see our Live Oak schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SUWANNEE VIRTUAL SCHOOL Live Oak | 0.1 mi | 8.0 |
| SUWANNEE OPPORTUNITY SCHOOL Live Oak | 0.1 mi | 2.3 |
| SUWANNEE SPRINGCREST ELEMENTARY Live Oak | 0.2 mi | 7.9 |
| SUWANNEE RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY Live Oak | 0.3 mi | 8.4 |
| SUWANNEE PINEVIEW ELEMENTARY Live Oak | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| COMMUNITY BASE SERVICE STUDENTS Live Oak | 0.4 mi | — |
| SUWANNEE MIDDLE SCHOOL Live Oak | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| WESTWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Live Oak | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| MELODY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Live Oak | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| TABERNACLE BAPTIST SCHOOL Live Oak | 1.2 mi | — |
| LEARNING CENTER OF LIVE OAK INC. Live Oak | 1.4 mi | — |
| FREEDOM SCHOOL Live Oak | 1.6 mi | — |
| HAMILTON COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Jasper | 13.7 mi | 6.1 |
| HAMILTON VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM (DISTRICT PROVIDED) Jasper | 13.7 mi | — |
| HAMILTON COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jasper | 13.9 mi | 4.8 |
| CMJ ACADEMY Jasper | 16.3 mi | — |
| THE OAKS PRIVATE SCHOOL Jasper | 15.3 mi | 5.6 |
| OAK GROVE ACADEMY Jasper | 17.1 mi | — |
| JOY EXPLOSION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lake City | 16.9 mi | — |
| LAKE CITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lake City | 17.0 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32064 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,315
Median Home Value
$164,300
Median Rent
$908/mo
Population
7,661
College Educated
14.8%
Homeownership
49.6%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
19%
Median Age
40.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Suwannee High School
What grades does Suwannee High School serve?
Suwannee High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Suwannee High School?
Suwannee High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,202 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Suwannee High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Suwannee High School is 23.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Suwannee High School rank in FL?
Suwannee High School ranks #2,561 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Suwannee High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Suwannee High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Suwannee High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Suwannee High School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Suwannee High School a charter school?
No, Suwannee High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Suwannee High School a Title I school?
No, Suwannee High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Suwannee High School?
58.7% of students at Suwannee 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
- 1,202
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Suwannee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.3%
- Phone
- (386) 647-4000
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95.0%
Resources & Links
District
SUWANNEE- District Enrollment
- 5,968
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,325
- District Rank
- #8 of 9
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