Serving 2,645 students in grades 9-12, Vero 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 29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,645 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: VERO BEACH HIGH SCHOOL's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Vero Beach, FL, encompassing approximately 452.1 square miles. The zone typically sees a drive time of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 16.3 miles to the zone's edge and a furthest edge reaching 32.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vero Beach High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Vero Beach High School's student population of 2,645 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 113 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,645 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
113 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
77 acres (310,000 m2)
School Rankings
Vero 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 Vero Beach High School is 0.69, 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
#2566 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
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
97%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Fighting Indians
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vero Beach High School's ranking?
Vero Beach High School is ranked #2566 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Vero Beach High School often compared to?
Vero Beach High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sebastian River High School, Indian River Charter High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vero Beach High School?
The graduation rate of Vero Beach High School is 97%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Vero Beach High School?
2,645 students attend Vero Beach High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Vero Beach High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vero Beach High School?
Vero Beach High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Vero Beach High School offer ?
Vero Beach High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vero Beach High School part of?
Vero Beach High School is part of Indian River School District.
School Reviews
5 6/5/2026
This is the only school that lets me be who I am without beating me.
1 10/10/2025
It is disgusting that VHS now has an all black student counsel. Why are our schools segregating students? That isnt equality, it is stupidity!
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