Ponce de Leon High School

Ponce de Leon High School

Public Middle, High School | Grade 6-12
1477 Ammons Rd,  Ponce De Leon, FL
Holmes County School District
3.5
2.5
313 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr. Brian Morgan
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average ACT Score
22
Math Proficiency
34%
Reading Proficiency
46%
Average GPA
3.52
Graduation Rate
84.5%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
A-
Teachers
C+
College Prep
B-
Administration
C-
Resources/Facilities
C
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
C+
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.52
Reading Proficiency
46%
Math Proficiency
34%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
19
Full Time Teachers
19
Teachers in First or Second Year
15.8%
College Prep
Average ACT
22
Math
20
English
21
Reading
24
Science
21
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
24%
State Average
20%
Science
5%
State Average
23%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
268:1

Student Diversity

Female
54.8%
Male
45.2%
White
88.3%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Northwest Florida State College 20 Students
Florida State University 17 Students
Chipola College 17 Students
University of Florida 12 Students
Gulf Coast State College 12 Students
University of West Florida 11 Students
University of North Florida 6 Students
Auburn University 6 Students
Florida A&M University 5 Students
Jacksonville University 5 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 10 Students
Biology 3 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 3 Students
Animal Sciences and Husbandry 3 Students
Marine Biology and Oceanography 3 Students
Interior Design 3 Students
Business 2 Students
Education 2 Students
Drama and Theatre Production 2 Students
Cosmetology 2 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.5 13 Reviews
4.0 Senior
5/3/2019
I have enjoyed my years at Ponce de Leon. I like that it is a small school and you can get to know your fellow classmates and teachers.
2.0 NicheUser
8/6/2013
The cafeteria was always clean and sanitary, and the food was cheap. But everyone was served the same lunch, and it rarely strayed away from chicken and pizza as the main course. Vegetables and fruits were lacking, and snacks were non-existent.
3.0 NicheUser
3/11/2013
There is way too much bullying at this school. Dress code is not enforced as much as it should be. Too many students wear very inappropriate clothes. Attendance is not taken seriously by students here, many miss so many days they end up dropping out completely.
GreatSchools Reviews
2.5 6 Reviews
3.0 other
4/29/2011
First let me say that, I am typing this on my iPod so there may be typos. In advance "I am sorry". As a student at Ponce de Leon High School (known by all as pdlhs) I have to say that pdlhs is a VERY unique school. The small size gives the studenst, that are passionate about learning, the ablility t...
1.0 parent
3/24/2010
This is a very clicky school. If you are kin to the many teachers and families of the area you're good. If not you will be labeled a troublemaker if you speak out and request equal opportunity. Academics have improved. Sports are for basketball fans only, all others need not apply. I hear Drama is e...
1.0 parent
8/21/2008
5.0 student
3/28/2008

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Ponce de Leon High School is a public school for students in grades 6-12 in Ponce De Leon, FL, in the Ponce de Leon neighborhood, and is served by the Holmes County School District in Florida. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 313 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 34% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 46% are proficient in reading. Ponce de Leon High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.52, the graduation rate is 84.5%, and the average ACT score is 22. The average home value in this area is $301,584. Discover additional schools in the area, like Cornerstone Church Academy, Cornerstone Church & Academy, Galilean Academy, and more. Learn more about what Ponce De Leon has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Ponce de Leon High School.

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