Serving 17 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Highlands County Hospital/homebound Program ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 17 students
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highlands County Hospital/homebound Program ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Highlands County Hospital/homebound Program's student population of 17 students has declined by 48% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
17 students
School Calendar
School Rankings
Highlands County Hospital/homebound Program ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highlands County Hospital/homebound Program is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1819 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Hispanic
59%
38%
Black
23%
21%
White
18%
34%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highlands County Hospital/homebound Program's ranking?
Highlands County Hospital/homebound Program is ranked #1819 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Highlands County Hospital/homebound Program?
17 students attend Highlands County Hospital/homebound Program.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Highlands County Hospital/homebound Program students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, and 18% of students are White.
What grades does Highlands County Hospital/homebound Program offer ?
Highlands County Hospital/homebound Program offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Highlands County Hospital/homebound Program part of?
Highlands County Hospital/homebound Program is part of Highlands School District.
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