Serving 1,584 students in grades 9-12, Jensen Beach High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher 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 36% 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: 1,584 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jensen Beach High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Jensen Beach High School's student population of 1,584 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,584 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jensen Beach High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jensen Beach High School is 0.54, 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
#1031 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
23%
37%
Black
7%
21%
White
64%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
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 Jensen Beach High School's ranking?
Jensen Beach High School is ranked #1031 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Jensen Beach High School often compared to?
Jensen Beach High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Martin County High School, South Fork High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jensen Beach High School?
The graduation rate of Jensen Beach High School is 98%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Jensen Beach High School?
1,584 students attend Jensen Beach High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Jensen Beach High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jensen Beach High School?
Jensen Beach High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jensen Beach High School offer ?
Jensen Beach High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Jensen Beach High School part of?
Jensen Beach High School is part of Martin School District.
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