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#2283 of 3,778 schools in FL
T. Dewitt Taylor Middle-high School
High School · VOLUSIA
100 E WASHINGTON AVE, Pierson, FL 32180
Enrollment
1,077
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
1,077
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,283 of 3,778
In Pierson
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#44 of 80
VOLUSIA
Academic growth
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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T. Dewitt Taylor Middle-high School
High School in Pierson · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About T. Dewitt Taylor Middle-high School
T. Dewitt Taylor Middle-high School is a public high school in Pierson, FL, part of VOLUSIA. T.
Dewitt Taylor Middle-high School serves approximately 1,077 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. T. Dewitt Taylor Middle-high School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,283 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for T. Dewitt Taylor Middle-high School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at T. Dewitt Taylor Middle-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.
T. Dewitt Taylor Middle-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.
45% of students at T. Dewitt Taylor Middle-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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T. Dewitt Taylor Middle-high School — Students at T. Dewitt Taylor Middle-high School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 35 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: 7.3/10.
How T. Dewitt Taylor Middle-high School Compares
See how T. Dewitt Taylor Middle-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 E WASHINGTON AVE, Pierson, FL 32180
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering T. Dewitt Taylor Middle-high School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. DELAND HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 17.6 miles away, in nearby Deland), with a comparable rating. Additionally, CRESCENT CITY JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.0/10, 16.3 miles away, in nearby Crescent City), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Pierson, see our Pierson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PIERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pierson | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| LOUISE S. MCINNIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL De Leon Springs | 10.6 mi | 7.4 |
| ATLANTIS MONTESSORI ACADEMY INC. De Leon Springs | 11.5 mi | — |
| MIDDLETON-BURNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Crescent City | 13.9 mi | 3.8 |
| HOPE FOREST ACADEMY Paisley | 14.9 mi | — |
| CRESCENT CITY JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL Crescent City | 16.3 mi | 5.0 |
| CITRUS GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Deland | 16.0 mi | 8.5 |
| STETSON BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Deland | 16.6 mi | 7.8 |
| GEORGE W. MARKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Deland | 16.9 mi | 6.2 |
| CASA MONTESSORI Deland | 17.2 mi | 6.7 |
| ST BARNABAS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Deland | 17.3 mi | 5.9 |
| ESE RELATED SERVICES Deland | 17.4 mi | 3.7 |
| PK CHILD CARE PROGRAM Deland | 17.4 mi | — |
| ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Deland | 17.5 mi | 7.4 |
| CHILDREN'S HOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Deland | 17.3 mi | 6.6 |
| SPRING CREEK CHARTER SCHOOL Paisley | 18.1 mi | 5.2 |
| T.O.P ACADEMY Deland | 17.8 mi | — |
| T.O.P. ACADEMY Deland | 17.8 mi | — |
| WOODWARD AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Deland | 18.0 mi | 4.9 |
| DELAND HIGH SCHOOL Deland | 17.6 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32180 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,083
Median Home Value
$224,100
Median Rent
$961/mo
Population
4,652
College Educated
10.1%
Homeownership
76.7%
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Median Age
34.9
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| DUVAL CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL AT BAYMEADOWS Jacksonville, FL | 5.8 |
| BISHOP MOORE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Orlando, FL | 5.7 |
| CITRUS HIGH SCHOOL Inverness, FL | 5.7 |
| DIXIE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Cross City, FL | 5.7 |
| GLADES CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Belle Glade, FL | 5.7 |
| IMMACULATA-LA SALLE HIGH SCHOOL Miami, FL | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about T. Dewitt Taylor Middle-high School
What grades does T. Dewitt Taylor Middle-high School serve?
T. Dewitt Taylor Middle-high School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend T. Dewitt Taylor Middle-high School?
T. Dewitt Taylor Middle-high School has an enrollment of approximately 1,077 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at T. Dewitt Taylor Middle-high School?
The student-teacher ratio at T. Dewitt Taylor Middle-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 T. Dewitt Taylor Middle-high School rank in FL?
T. Dewitt Taylor Middle-high School ranks #2,283 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is T. Dewitt Taylor Middle-high School's MySchoolScout rating?
T. Dewitt Taylor Middle-high School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 T. Dewitt Taylor Middle-high School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, T. Dewitt Taylor Middle-high School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is T. Dewitt Taylor Middle-high School a charter school?
No, T. Dewitt Taylor Middle-high School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is T. Dewitt Taylor Middle-high School a Title I school?
No, T. Dewitt Taylor Middle-high School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for T. Dewitt Taylor Middle-high School?
66.5% of students at T. Dewitt Taylor Middle-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
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,077
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 69
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Volusia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.4%
- Phone
- (386) 749-6800
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
VOLUSIA- District Enrollment
- 62,742
- Schools in District
- 89
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,727
- District Rank
- #44 of 80
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