Cedar Key School is a public K-12 school located in Cedar Key, Florida, U.S.. It was founded as a private school in the 19th century and is the smallest public high school in the state of Florida.
Serving 193 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Cedar Key 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 193 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cedar Key High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Cedar Key High School's student population of 193 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
193 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
School Rankings
Cedar Key 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 Cedar Key High School is 0.17, 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
#970 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
37%
Black
1%
21%
White
91%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Sharks
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cedar Key High School's ranking?
Cedar Key High School is ranked #970 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Cedar Key High School often compared to?
Cedar Key High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Williston Middle High School, Williston Elementary School, Levy Virtual Franchise by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cedar Key High School?
The graduation rate of Cedar Key High School is 80%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Cedar Key High School?
193 students attend Cedar Key High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Cedar Key High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cedar Key High School?
Cedar Key High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cedar Key High School offer ?
Cedar Key High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cedar Key High School part of?
Cedar Key High School is part of Levy School District.
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