Serving 217 students in grades 6-12, Biscayne 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 <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 59%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 36:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 36:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 45-49% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Biscayne High School's student population of 217 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 500% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
217 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Motto
Its Our Aim to Empower Students!
School Rankings
The diversity score of Biscayne 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)<50%
59%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)≤10%
53%
Student-Teacher Ratio
36:1
17:1
Hispanic
6%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Black
82%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
45-49%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
33.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Biscayne High School often compared to?
Biscayne High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like First Coast High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 59% FL state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Biscayne High School?
The graduation rate of Biscayne High School is 45-49%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Biscayne High School?
217 students attend Biscayne High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Biscayne High School students are Black, 9% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Biscayne High School?
Biscayne High School has a student ration of 36:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Biscayne High School offer ?
Biscayne High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Biscayne High School part of?
Biscayne High School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Biscayne High School located?
Biscayne High School is located in the Highlands neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 7 other public schools located in Highlands.
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