Serving 2,176 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 38% (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 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,176 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- 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 2,176 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 100 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,176 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Melbourne Senior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Melbourne Senior High School is 0.53, 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
#1935 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
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%
37%
Black
8%
21%
White
66%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Melbourne Senior High School's ranking?
Melbourne Senior High School is ranked #1935 out of 3,704 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?
38% 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 89%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Melbourne Senior High School?
2,176 students attend Melbourne Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Melbourne Senior High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% 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
What school district is Melbourne Senior High School part of?
Melbourne Senior High School is part of Brevard School District.
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