For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 416 students in Cottondale, FL.
The top-ranked public high school in Cottondale, FL is Cottondale High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cottondale, FL public high school have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Florida public high school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Cottondale have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Florida public high schools.
Cottondale, FL public high school have a Graduation Rate of 72%, which is less than the Florida average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Cottondale High School, with 70-74% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Florida or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Cottondale, FL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cottondale High School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2680 Levy St
Cottondale, FL 32431
(850) 482-9821
Cottondale, FL 32431
(850) 482-9821
Gr: 6-12 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Cottondale, FL?
The top-ranked public high schools in Cottondale, FL include Cottondale High School.
How many public high schools are located in Cottondale?
1 public high schools are located in Cottondale.
What is the racial composition of students in Cottondale?
Cottondale public high schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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