Highlands Virtual Franchise 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 was <50% (which was lower than the Florida state average of 57%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was lower than the Florida state average of 54%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students (19-20)
2 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Calendar
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
57%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Asian
(19-20)n/a
3%
Hispanic
(19-20)50%
34%
Black
(19-20)n/a
22%
White
(19-20)50%
37%
Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)n/a
4%
Graduation Rate
(12-13)<50%
78%
Eligible for Free Lunch (17-18)
31%
53%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 57% FL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Highlands Virtual Franchise?
The graduation rate of Highlands Virtual Franchise is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 78%.
How many students attend Highlands Virtual Franchise?
2 students attend Highlands Virtual Franchise.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Highlands Virtual Franchise students are Hispanic, and 50% of students are White.
What grades does Highlands Virtual Franchise offer ?
Highlands Virtual Franchise offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Highlands Virtual Franchise part of?
Highlands Virtual Franchise is part of Highlands School District.
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