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Bartow Senior High School

Public | 9-12 | 1968 students

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Posted October 3, 2009

I love it because we have three great schools at one awesome campus. It's the best situation, as an IB student, and I get to have friends at all the different schools so we have different perspectives and it makes for great conversation and learning.
—Submitted by a student


Posted July 25, 2009

one of the best in florida....rave reviews!


Posted February 13, 2008

I was a student at Bartow Student High School and my opinion is, it's a great school. I had to move to Tampa but nothing compares to my old hometown school. The teachers and principals are great they help their students in a lot of ways I would give anything to go back. I'm always a big supporter of the Bartow Yellow Jackets.
—Submitted by a student


Posted August 16, 2007

Bartow Senior High School has a wide variety of academic and extra curricular activities. The teachers have great learning strategies. The school gives a high amount support for not only the pupils but their peers too.
—Submitted by Calbea Jones, a student


Posted May 10, 2006

Ok I went to Bartow High SChool all my high school years. With Bartow Charter I suceeded on a lot of things. I would like to thank all of the teachers (Coach Hitt, Mr Brown, Mrs Devore, Mrs Woody, the englise teacher, and Mr Martinez) of Bartow Charter for everything. Cause without any of you I wouldn't be a nurse today. Thanks for everything, Jessica Cornell
—Submitted by Jessica Cornell, a former student


Posted June 18, 2003

My daughter will be a 9th grader in the fall. I have contacted and spoken with 2 of the guidance councelors several times. I found them very helpful in getting my daughter's schedule like it should be so that she can get the most out of her future ambitions. She has been able to get involved with the community service program because of the counselors. We are looking forward to school in the fall with high expectations from the staff at BHS, as I like to get to know those involved with my child.


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The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Reading

The state average for Reading was 52% in 2012.

540 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
51%

2011

 
 
53%
Scale: % level 3, 4, or 5

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Florida used the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT 2.0) to test students in grades 3 through 10 in reading, 3 through 8 in math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The FCAT 2.0 is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Florida. The FCAT 2.0 has 5 achievement levels, with level 1 being the lowest and level 5 the highest. Florida considers scores of level 3 and higher to be on or above grade level. The goal is for all students to score at or above level 3.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

Reading

The state average for Reading was 50% in 2012.

496 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
49%

2011

 
 
53%
Scale: % level 3, 4, or 5

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Florida used the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT 2.0) to test students in grades 3 through 10 in reading, 3 through 8 in math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The FCAT 2.0 is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Florida. The FCAT 2.0 has 5 achievement levels, with level 1 being the lowest and level 5 the highest. Florida considers scores of level 3 and higher to be on or above grade level. The goal is for all students to score at or above level 3.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

Writing

The state average for Writing was 84% in 2012.

505 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
82%

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
93%
Scale: % scoring at or above level 3

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Florida used the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT) to test students in grades 4, 8 and 10 in writing. The Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT) is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills needed to progress through school. The FCAT writing exam is scored on a scale of 1 to 6. The state considers a score of 3 or above as meeting state standards.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

  • In 2011-2012, this school received a grade of "B".
  • In 2010-2011, this school received a grade of "B".
  • In 2009-2010, this school received a grade of "B".
  • In 2008-2009, this school received a grade of "B".

About the tests


Florida uses School Grades to measure the overall performance of a school each year on the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT). Each school is assigned a letter grade (A-F) based on three criteria: the overall performance on the FCAT, the percentage of eligible students who took the test, and whether or not students made progress in reading and math. The School Grades are calculated by adding points earned from each of the performance criteria listed above.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

Algebra I

The state average for Algebra I was 59% in 2012.

402 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
46%

2011

 
 
35%
Scale: % level 3, 4, or 5

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Florida used the End-of-Course Assessments (EOC) to test students in Algebra 1. The EOC is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Florida. The Algebra 1 EOC has 5 achievement levels, with level 1 being the lowest and level 5 the highest. Florida considers scores of level 3 and higher to be on or above grade level. The goal is for all students to score at or above level 3.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 62% 46%
Black 21% 23%
Hispanic 12% 25%
Asian/Pacific Islander 3% 2%
Multiracial 2% 4%
American Indian/Alaskan Native 1% 0%
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 35%N/A46%
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Attendance and completion

  This school District averageState average
Graduation rate 83%N/A73%
Dropout rate 2%N/A2%
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2009-2010

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per teacher 15N/A15
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Bachelor's degree 69%N/A65%
Master's degree 28%N/A32%
Doctorate degree 1%N/A1%
Other degree 2%N/A2%
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2009-2010

Teacher credentials

  This school District averageState average
Classes taught by non-highly qualified teachers 4%N/A5%
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2009-2010
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1270 Broadway Ave S
Bartow, FL 33830
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Phone: (863) 534-7400

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