Serving 2,783 students in grades 9-12, Vero 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 27% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,783 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vero Beach High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Vero Beach High School's student population of 2,783 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 122 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,783 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
122 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vero 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 Vero Beach High School is 0.67, 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
#2636 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
23%
37%
Black
22%
21%
White
48%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
47%
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 Vero Beach High School's ranking?
Vero Beach High School is ranked #2636 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Vero Beach High School often compared to?
Vero Beach High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sebastian River High School, Indian River Charter High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vero Beach High School?
The graduation rate of Vero Beach High School is 96%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Vero Beach High School?
2,783 students attend Vero Beach High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Vero Beach High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vero Beach High School?
Vero Beach High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Vero Beach High School offer ?
Vero Beach High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Vero Beach High School part of?
Vero Beach High School is part of Indian River School District.
School Calendar
View the Vero Beach High School yearly calendar below.
School Reviews
1 2/27/2021
It is disgusting that VHS now has an all black student counsel. Why are our schools segregating students? That isnt equality, it is stupidity!
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