Serving 1,946 students in grades 9-12, Gulf Breeze High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% 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: 1,946 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 10% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Gulf Breeze High School serves the southern part of its school district in Gulf Breeze, FL, covering an area of approximately 18.6 square miles. Families within the attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 12.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gulf Breeze High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Gulf Breeze High School's student population of 1,946 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,946 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1971
School Rankings
Gulf Breeze High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gulf Breeze High School is 0.36, 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
#856 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
79%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
98%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gulf Breeze High School's ranking?
Gulf Breeze High School is ranked #856 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Gulf Breeze High School often compared to?
Gulf Breeze High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Navarre High School, Pace High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gulf Breeze High School?
The graduation rate of Gulf Breeze High School is 98%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Gulf Breeze High School?
1,946 students attend Gulf Breeze High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Gulf Breeze High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gulf Breeze High School?
Gulf Breeze High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gulf Breeze High School offer ?
Gulf Breeze High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gulf Breeze High School part of?
Gulf Breeze High School is part of Santa Rosa School District.
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