KEY WEST HIGH SCHOOL

1,352 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Key West High School, located at 2100 Flagler Avenue, serves as the primary public secondary institution for the island of Key West, Florida. Operating under the Monroe County School District, the school is known for its unique island setting, which often influences its academic culture, extracurricular offerings, and community spirit. It provides a comprehensive high school curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary education and career paths, supported by a faculty dedicated to meeting the diverse needs of the local student population.

Beyond its standard academic programs, Key West High School is a focal point for the island community, often engaging students in local traditions and regional activities. The school offers a variety of athletic programs, arts, and clubs that reflect the vibrant, diverse character of the Florida Keys. Students benefit from the school's commitment to fostering a collaborative environment, utilizing the surrounding area to enhance educational experiences while maintaining a rigorous focus on preparing students for future success in a global society.

1,352

Total Students

75.5

Full-Time Teachers

17.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

35.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for KEY WEST HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic	Student Count
White	539
Hispanic	542
Black	191
Asian	25
Two or More	51
American Indian	2
Pacific Islander	2

Hispanic
542 (40.1 %)
White
539 (39.9 %)
Black
191 (14.1 %)
Two or More
51 (3.8 %)
Asian
25 (1.8 %)
American Indian
2 (0.1 %)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.1 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	MONROE
Phone:	(305)293-1549
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,352
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	75.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.9
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	389
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	93

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 356

Grade 10 365

Grade 11 315

Grade 12 316