Serving 1,738 students in grades 9-12, New Smyrna Beach High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,738 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Smyrna Beach High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
New Smyrna Beach High School's student population of 1,738 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Mascot
Barracudas
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,738 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Year Founded
1963
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Smyrna Beach High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Smyrna Beach High School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2267 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
37%
Black
7%
21%
White
82%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Smyrna Beach High School's ranking?
New Smyrna Beach High School is ranked #2267 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are New Smyrna Beach High School often compared to?
New Smyrna Beach High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spruce Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Smyrna Beach High School?
The graduation rate of New Smyrna Beach High School is 94%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend New Smyrna Beach High School?
1,738 students attend New Smyrna Beach High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of New Smyrna Beach High School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Smyrna Beach High School?
New Smyrna Beach High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does New Smyrna Beach High School offer ?
New Smyrna Beach High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Smyrna Beach High School part of?
New Smyrna Beach High School is part of Volusia School District.
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