New Smyrna Beach High School is a public high school located in New Smyrna Beach, Florida, United States.
Serving 1,687 students in grades 9-12, New Smyrna 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 28% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 20% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,687 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: New Smyrna Beach High School serves the southeastern part of New Smyrna Beach, FL, covering an area of approximately 234.6 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 16.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Smyrna Beach High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
New Smyrna Beach High School's student population of 1,687 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,687 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1963
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Smyrna 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 New Smyrna Beach High School is 0.35, 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
#2501 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-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 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
95%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
School Mascot
Barracudas
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Smyrna Beach High School's ranking?
New Smyrna Beach High School is ranked #2501 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are New Smyrna Beach High School often compared to?
New Smyrna Beach High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spruce Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Smyrna Beach High School?
The graduation rate of New Smyrna Beach High School is 95%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend New Smyrna Beach High School?
1,687 students attend New Smyrna Beach High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of New Smyrna Beach High School students are White, 7% 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 New Smyrna Beach High School?
New Smyrna Beach High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does New Smyrna Beach High School offer ?
New Smyrna Beach High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Smyrna Beach High School part of?
New Smyrna Beach High School is part of Volusia School District.
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