Fernandina Beach High School is a public high school located in Fernandina Beach, Florida. It is part of the Nassau County School District and serves grades 9 through 12. Chris Webber is the school's principal. For athletics, the school's colors are blue and gold and its teams' nickname is the "Pirates".
Serving 978 students in grades 9-12, Fernandina Beach High School ranks in the top 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 48% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 978 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Fernandina Beach High School serves the east part of Fernandina Beach, FL, covering an area of approximately 44.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 10.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fernandina Beach High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fernandina Beach High School's student population of 978 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
978 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Establish a positive collaborative work culture.
School Rankings
Fernandina Beach High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fernandina Beach High School is 0.42, 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
#1391 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
92%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)62.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Pirates
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fernandina Beach High School's ranking?
Fernandina Beach High School is ranked #1391 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Fernandina Beach High School often compared to?
Fernandina Beach High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Yulee High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fernandina Beach High School?
The graduation rate of Fernandina Beach High School is 92%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Fernandina Beach High School?
978 students attend Fernandina Beach High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Fernandina Beach High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fernandina Beach High School?
Fernandina Beach High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fernandina Beach High School offer ?
Fernandina Beach High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fernandina Beach High School part of?
Fernandina Beach High School is part of Nassau School District.
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