Pedro Menendez High School is a public high school in the St. Johns County School District, located in southern St. Johns County, Florida, United States.
Serving 1,403 students in grades 8-12, Pedro Menendez 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 32% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 1,403 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Pedro Menendez High School serves the southern part of Saint Augustine, FL, covering an area of approximately 276.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 18.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pedro Menendez High School's student population of 1,403 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,403 students
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Rankings
Pedro Menendez 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 Pedro Menendez 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
#2088 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
10%
38%
Black
8%
21%
White
75%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
School Mascot
Falcon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pedro Menendez High School's ranking?
Pedro Menendez High School is ranked #2088 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Pedro Menendez High School often compared to?
Pedro Menendez High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Augustine High School, Mascoma Valley Regional High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pedro Menendez High School?
The graduation rate of Pedro Menendez High School is 87%, which is equal to the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pedro Menendez High School?
1,403 students attend Pedro Menendez High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Pedro Menendez High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pedro Menendez High School?
Pedro Menendez High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pedro Menendez High School offer ?
Pedro Menendez High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pedro Menendez High School part of?
Pedro Menendez High School is part of St. Johns School District.
School Calendar
View the Pedro Menendez High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - Student / Teacher Holiday
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break - Student / Teacher Holiday
March 15, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day for Students - All schools dismissed 1 hour early
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
Last Day for Teachers - Teacher Planning Day
June 01, 2027 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break - Student / Teacher Holiday
November 22, 2027 (Monday)
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Quality of academics at Pedro is the worse I have ever seen in any school. I have a daughter in the 10th grade there and she complains about this problem everyday.
1 10/10/2025
Principal can't withhold his administration and staff.
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