Melbourne High School or Mel-Hi is a public secondary school located in Melbourne, Florida, United States and operated by Brevard Public Schools.
Serving 2,210 students in grades 9-12, Melbourne Senior 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 39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,210 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Melbourne Senior High School serves the southern part of Melbourne, FL, covering an attendance area of approximately 71.7 square miles. The typical drive from this zone to the school takes about 20-30 minutes, with the furthest distance being nearly 19 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Melbourne Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Melbourne Senior High School's student population of 2,210 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,210 students
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
Year Founded
1926
School Calendar
School Motto
TO SERVE EVERY STUDENT WITH EXCELLENCE AS THE STANDARD
School Rankings
Melbourne Senior 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 Melbourne Senior High School is 0.55, 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
#1889 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
15%
38%
Black
9%
21%
White
65%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Green
School Mascot
Bulldog
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Melbourne Senior High School's ranking?
Melbourne Senior High School is ranked #1889 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Melbourne Senior High School often compared to?
Melbourne Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Satellite Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Melbourne Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Melbourne Senior High School is 92%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Melbourne Senior High School?
2,210 students attend Melbourne Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Melbourne Senior High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Melbourne Senior High School?
Melbourne Senior High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Melbourne Senior High School offer ?
Melbourne Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Melbourne Senior High School part of?
Melbourne Senior High School is part of Brevard School District.
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