Serving 2,731 students in grades 9-12, Davenport 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 27% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,731 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Davenport High School's student population of 2,731 students has grown by 89% over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has grown by 63% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,731 students
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
School Rankings
Davenport 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 Davenport 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
#3101 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
61%
38%
Black
18%
21%
White
17%
34%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
42%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Davenport High School's ranking?
Davenport High School is ranked #3101 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Davenport High School?
The graduation rate of Davenport High School is 83%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Davenport High School?
2,731 students attend Davenport High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Davenport High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Davenport High School?
Davenport High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Davenport High School offer ?
Davenport High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Davenport High School part of?
Davenport High School is part of Polk School District.
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