Serving 3,178 students in grades 9-12, Fort Pierce Central High School ranks in the bottom 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 19% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,178 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fort Pierce Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Fort Pierce Central High School's student population of 3,178 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 119 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,178 students
Total Classroom Teachers
119 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Fort Pierce Central High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fort Pierce Central High School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2850 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
40%
38%
Black
31%
21%
White
23%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cobras
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Pierce Central High School's ranking?
Fort Pierce Central High School is ranked #2850 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Fort Pierce Central High School often compared to?
Fort Pierce Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Pierce Westwood Academy The W.e.s.t. Prep Magnet by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fort Pierce Central High School?
The graduation rate of Fort Pierce Central High School is 92%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Fort Pierce Central High School?
3,178 students attend Fort Pierce Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Fort Pierce Central High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 23% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fort Pierce Central High School?
Fort Pierce Central High School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fort Pierce Central High School offer ?
Fort Pierce Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fort Pierce Central High School part of?
Fort Pierce Central High School is part of St. Lucie School District.
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