Deerfield Beach High School is a public high school in Deerfield Beach, Florida. It is part of the Broward School District and has an enrollment of approximately 2,400.
Serving 2,120 students in grades 9-12, Deerfield 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 16% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% 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: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,120 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Deerfield Beach High School serves the northeast part of Deerfield Beach, FL, covering an area of approximately 19 square miles. Most students typically reside within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.3 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 3.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Deerfield Beach High School's student population of 2,120 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,120 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1970
School Calendar
School Rankings
Deerfield Beach 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 Deerfield Beach High School is 0.61, 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
#3331 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
35%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
51%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
93%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)62.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Scarlet, Gold, Black, White, Gray
School Mascot
Bucky T | Home Of The Mighty Bucks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deerfield Beach High School's ranking?
Deerfield Beach High School is ranked #3331 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Deerfield Beach High School?
The graduation rate of Deerfield Beach High School is 93%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Deerfield Beach High School?
2,120 students attend Deerfield Beach High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Deerfield Beach High School students are Black, 35% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deerfield Beach High School?
Deerfield Beach High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Deerfield Beach High School offer ?
Deerfield Beach High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Deerfield Beach High School part of?
Deerfield Beach High School is part of Broward School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
The academic programs are okay, but the achievement level among the students is disappointing. The Facilities are fine.
The commitment level in the students shows either a bad population of kids who don't care much for their future. I just don't recommend this school for anyone to send their kids to if you want them to succeed and get into a good college afterwards.
5 10/10/2025
Overall, I think it's a good school, there are great teachers who always encourage you to do your best. I find it very hard to fail with all the help provided. I'd send my kids here. Sure there are some kids that just lack motivation themselves but it's not anyway they cant be helped.
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