Serving 1,851 students in grades 9-12, Deltona 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 37% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower 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 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,851 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deltona High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Deltona High School's student population of 1,851 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,851 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Deltona 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 Deltona High School is 0.66, 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
#2410 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
44%
37%
Black
15%
21%
White
36%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deltona High School's ranking?
Deltona High School is ranked #2410 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Deltona High School often compared to?
Deltona High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like University High School, Pine Ridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Deltona High School?
The graduation rate of Deltona High School is 96%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Deltona High School?
1,851 students attend Deltona High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Deltona High School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Deltona High School?
Deltona High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Deltona High School offer ?
Deltona High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Deltona High School part of?
Deltona High School is part of Volusia School District.
School Reviews
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