Atlantic High School is a public high school located in Port Orange, Florida, United States. The school opened in 1994 and currently serves about 1,300 students in grades 9 to 12 as part of the Volusia County Schools system.
Serving 1,227 students in grades 9-12, Atlantic 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 24% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Online School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,227 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Atlantic High School's student population of 1,227 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,227 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Year Founded
1994
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
Yes
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. May 27, 2026
School Rankings
Atlantic High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Atlantic High School is 0.63, 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
#2903 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
13%
37%
Black
24%
21%
White
55%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Sharks
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Atlantic High School's ranking?
Atlantic High School is ranked #2903 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Atlantic High School often compared to?
Atlantic 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?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Atlantic High School?
The graduation rate of Atlantic High School is 94%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Atlantic High School?
1,227 students attend Atlantic High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Atlantic High School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Atlantic High School?
Atlantic High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Atlantic High School offer ?
Atlantic High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Atlantic High School part of?
Atlantic High School is part of Volusia School District.
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