At a glance
Reported students
2,573
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
118.5
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
21.7:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Florida high enrollment
93rd percentile
Compared with 888 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
765
Poinciana High School: 2,573 reported students.
State peer staffing position
52nd percentile
21.7:1 reported; state peer median 21.6:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 2,441
- Teachers (FTE)
- 133
- Student–teacher ratio
- 18.4:1
What the reported data says about Poinciana High School
Poinciana High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Kissimmee. It is one of 88 current school records connected to Osceola. NCES reports 2,573 students for 2024–25.
Among 888 high schools in Florida with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 743.5 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 93rd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 21.7:1, close to the Florida median of 21.6:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (61.1%) and Black (20.5%). English learners represent 13.2% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 13.6%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 20 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Poinciana High School
- 1How do the reported 21.7:1 student–teacher ratio and 118.5 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 7 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 13.2%
- Students with disabilities
- 13.6%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 50.3%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 7
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White13.4%
- Hispanic61.1%
- Black20.5%
- Asian2.1%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.3%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.2%
- Multiracial2.4%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
20 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Osceola
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
St. Cloud High School
High · Grades 09–12
2,596 reported students
Harmony High School
High · Grades 09–12
2,673 reported students
Celebration High School
High · Grades 09–12
2,681 reported students
Osceola High School
High · Grades 09–12
2,345 reported students
Tohopekaliga High School
High · Grades 09–12
2,929 reported students
Gateway High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,882 reported students
Public schools near Poinciana High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mater Brighton Lakes Academy Preparatory High High · Charter · Osceola | 09–12 | 536 | 3.8 mi |
| Osceola High School High · Osceola | 09–12 | 2,345 | 5.4 mi |
| Liberty High School High · Osceola | 09–12 | 1,362 | 5.8 mi |
| Davenport High School High · Polk | 09–12 | 2,731 | 6 mi |
| Celebration High School High · Osceola | 09–12 | 2,681 | 6.5 mi |
| Osceola Technical College Poinciana Campus High · Osceola | 11–12 | 0 | 6.7 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Poinciana High School
What grades does Poinciana High School serve?
Poinciana High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Osceola.
How many students attend Poinciana High School?
Poinciana High School reported 2,573 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 93rd percentile among 888 Florida high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 2,441 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Poinciana High School?
The calculated ratio is 21.7:1, based on 2,573 students and 118.5 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Florida median for the same school level is 21.6:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Poinciana High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Poinciana High School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Osceola attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Poinciana High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
50.3% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Poinciana High School in?
Poinciana High School is part of Osceola, based in Kissimmee, FL, which operates 88 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Poinciana High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Mater Brighton Lakes Academy Preparatory High (3.8 mi), Osceola High School (5.4 mi), Liberty High School (5.8 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.