Largo High School is a public high school in Largo, Florida, United States. The school's athletic teams are known as the Packers, and the school colors are blue and gold. Its current principal is Jennifer Staten. The school was recently rebuilt and finished reconstruction in 2016.
Serving 2,058 students in grades 9-12, Largo 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 29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,058 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Largo High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Largo High School's student population of 2,058 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,058 students
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Year Founded
1914
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Largo 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 Largo High School is 0.71, which is more 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
#2566 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
26%
38%
Black
17%
21%
White
44%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Pinellas School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Packer/hog
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Largo High School's ranking?
Largo High School is ranked #2566 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Largo High School often compared to?
Largo High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Osceola Fundamental High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Largo High School?
The graduation rate of Largo High School is 95%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Largo High School?
2,058 students attend Largo High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Largo High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Largo High School?
Largo High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Largo High School offer ?
Largo High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Largo High School part of?
Largo High School is part of Pinellas School District.
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