Serving 956 students in grades 9-12, Tradition Preparatory 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 49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 956 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tradition Preparatory High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Tradition Preparatory High School's student population of 956 students has grown by 143% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 74% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
956 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Tradition Preparatory 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 Tradition Preparatory High School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1876 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
39%
38%
Black
24%
21%
White
30%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
St. Lucie School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tradition Preparatory High School's ranking?
Tradition Preparatory High School is ranked #1876 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?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Tradition Preparatory High School?
956 students attend Tradition Preparatory High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Tradition Preparatory High School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 24% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tradition Preparatory High School?
Tradition Preparatory High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tradition Preparatory High School offer ?
Tradition Preparatory High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Tradition Preparatory High School part of?
Tradition Preparatory High School is part of St. Lucie School District.
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