Serving 1,978 students in grades 9-12, Gulf Breeze High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% 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: 1,978 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gulf Breeze High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gulf Breeze High School's student population of 1,978 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,978 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gulf Breeze High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gulf Breeze High School is 0.35, 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
#724 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
9%
37%
Black
1%
21%
White
80%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gulf Breeze High School's ranking?
Gulf Breeze High School is ranked #724 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Gulf Breeze High School often compared to?
Gulf Breeze High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Navarre High School, Pace High School, Milton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gulf Breeze High School?
The graduation rate of Gulf Breeze High School is 95%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Gulf Breeze High School?
1,978 students attend Gulf Breeze High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Gulf Breeze High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gulf Breeze High School?
Gulf Breeze High School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gulf Breeze High School offer ?
Gulf Breeze High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Gulf Breeze High School part of?
Gulf Breeze High School is part of Santa Rosa School District.
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