Astronaut High School is located in Brevard County, in the city of Titusville, Florida, United States. It is part of the Brevard County School District. The school's name comes from its location, near the Kennedy Space Center. The school was built in 1972.
Serving 1,053 students in grades 9-12, Astronaut 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 32% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (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 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,053 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Astronaut High School's student population of 1,053 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,053 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Year Founded
1972
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Rankings
Astronaut 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 Astronaut High School is 0.49, 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
#2984 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
11%
37%
Black
13%
21%
White
69%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Astronaut War Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Astronaut High School's ranking?
Astronaut High School is ranked #2984 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Astronaut High School often compared to?
Astronaut High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Titusville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Astronaut High School?
The graduation rate of Astronaut High School is 83%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Astronaut High School?
1,053 students attend Astronaut High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Astronaut High School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Astronaut High School?
Astronaut High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Astronaut High School offer ?
Astronaut High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Astronaut High School part of?
Astronaut High School is part of Brevard School District.
School Calendar
View the Astronaut High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of School for Students - First 9-weeks begins
August 11, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 23, 2026 (Monday)
Fourth 9-weeks/Semester 2 ends - Last day of school
May 27, 2026 (Wednesday)
First Day of School for Students - First 9-weeks begins
August 10, 2026 (Monday)
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