Serving 974 students in grades 9-12, West Nassau County High School ranks in the top 50% 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 58% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% 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: 974 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Nassau County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Nassau County High School's student population of 974 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
974 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Nassau County High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Nassau County High School is 0.21, 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
#1199 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
37%
Black
2%
21%
White
89%
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
35%
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 West Nassau County High School's ranking?
West Nassau County High School is ranked #1199 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are West Nassau County High School often compared to?
West Nassau County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Yulee High School, Fernandina Beach High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Nassau County High School?
The graduation rate of West Nassau County High School is 96%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend West Nassau County High School?
974 students attend West Nassau County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of West Nassau County High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Nassau County High School?
West Nassau County High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Nassau County High School offer ?
West Nassau County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Nassau County High School part of?
West Nassau County High School is part of Nassau School District.
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