Serving 2,251 students in grades 9-12, Deerfield 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 18% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,251 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Deerfield Beach High School's student population of 2,251 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,251 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Deerfield Beach 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 Deerfield Beach High School is 0.63, 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
#3315 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
34%
37%
Black
49%
21%
White
13%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deerfield Beach High School's ranking?
Deerfield Beach High School is ranked #3315 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Deerfield Beach High School?
The graduation rate of Deerfield Beach High School is 88%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Deerfield Beach High School?
2,251 students attend Deerfield Beach High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Deerfield Beach High School students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Deerfield Beach High School?
Deerfield Beach High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Deerfield Beach High School offer ?
Deerfield Beach High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Deerfield Beach High School part of?
Deerfield Beach High School is part of Broward School District.
School Reviews
5 5/7/2020
Overall, I think it's a good school, there are great teachers who always encourage you to do your best. I find it very hard to fail with all the help provided. I'd send my kids here. Sure there are some kids that just lack motivation themselves but it's not anyway they cant be helped.
2 1/18/2009
The academic programs are okay, but the achievement level among the students is disappointing. The Facilities are fine.
The commitment level in the students shows either a bad population of kids who don't care much for their future. I just don't recommend this school for anyone to send their kids to if you want them to succeed and get into a good college afterwards.
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