For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 2,192 students in 34655, FL.
The top ranked public high school in 34655, FL is James W. Mitchell High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 34655 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Florida public high school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 34655, FL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Florida public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 34655 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Florida average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is James W. Mitchell High School, with 95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Florida or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34655, FL Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
James W. Mitchell High School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2323 Little Rd
New Port Richey, FL 34655
(727) 774-9200
New Port Richey, FL 34655
(727) 774-9200
Grades: 9-12
| 2,192 students
34655, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2323 Little Rd
New Port Richey, FL 34655
(727) 774-9200
New Port Richey, FL 34655
(727) 774-9200
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 34655, FL?
The top ranked public high schools in 34655, FL include James W. Mitchell High School.
How many public high schools are located in 34655?
1 public high schools are located in 34655.
What is the racial composition of students in 34655?
34655 public high schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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