Barron G. Collier High School is a four-year public high school located in North Naples, Collier County, Florida, United States, near Pine Ridge and about 10 miles northeast of the city of Naples. Barron Collier was included in Newsweek's 2006 list of top U.S. high schools by Jay Mathews's Challenge Index.
Serving 1,472 students in grades 9-12, Barron Collier High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,472 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barron Collier High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Barron Collier High School's student population of 1,472 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,472 students
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Year Founded
1978
Colors
Blue, Grey
School Calendar
School Motto
Today's Learners - Tomorrow's Leaders
School Rankings
Barron Collier High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barron Collier High School 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
#794 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
36%
38%
Black
3%
21%
White
55%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougar
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barron Collier High School's ranking?
Barron Collier High School is ranked #794 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Barron Collier High School often compared to?
Barron Collier High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Naples High School, Gulf Coast High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Barron Collier High School?
The graduation rate of Barron Collier High School is 97%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Barron Collier High School?
1,472 students attend Barron Collier High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Barron Collier High School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barron Collier High School?
Barron Collier High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Barron Collier High School offer ?
Barron Collier High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Barron Collier High School part of?
Barron Collier High School is part of Collier School District.
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