Florida Graduation Rate Jumps Five Percentage Points Since 2011

June 4, 2015

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Florida Graduation Rate Jumps Five Percentage Points Since 2011

~ Commissioner Stewart: Report underscores the importance of continued investment in Florida students ~

Tallahassee, Fla., June 4, 2015 – According to Diplomas Count 2015 by Education Week, Florida has outpaced the nation in high school graduation rate increases, with an increase of five percentage points between 2011 and 2013 compared to only two percentage points nationwide over the same time period. Florida’s graduation rate increased from 71 percent in 2011 to 76 percent in 2013.

“This report is evidence that our hard work is paying off and Florida has made great strides in preparing our state’s students for success in college, career and life. I commend the teachers, principals, and students for their dedication to academic success, and we cannot let up.” said Education Commissioner Pam Stewart. “We must remain on this positive track. I believe these results underscore the importance of the Florida Legislature making an investment of historic per-pupil funding to ensure we have the resources necessary to remain a national leader in education.”

For more information about the report, visit 2015 Diplomas Count.