Mainland High School is a public high school located in Daytona Beach, Florida, United States. It is attended by 1,979 students of grades nine through twelve. The mascot is a Buccaneer and strongly resembles the old logo of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Serving 1,964 students in grades 9-12, Mainland 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 25% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (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 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,964 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mainland High School serves the northern part of Daytona Beach, FL, covering an area of approximately 125.1 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 7.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mainland High School's student population of 1,964 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,964 students
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Year Founded
1872
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mainland 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 Mainland High School is 0.68, 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
#3244 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
16%
38%
Black
45%
21%
White
31%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
42%
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: Buccaneer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mainland High School's ranking?
Mainland High School is ranked #3244 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Mainland High School often compared to?
Mainland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Seabreeze High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mainland High School?
The graduation rate of Mainland High School is 92%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mainland High School?
1,964 students attend Mainland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Mainland High School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 16% 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 Mainland High School?
Mainland High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mainland High School offer ?
Mainland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mainland High School part of?
Mainland High School is part of Volusia School District.
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