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#1505 of 3,777 schools in FL

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Cocoa Beach Junior/senior High School

High School · BREVARD

1500 MINUTEMEN CSWY, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

Enrollment

1,029

Student-Teacher

19.8:1

Score

6.8

Grades

7th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Cocoa Beach

#4 of 4

public schools

Florida high schools

#80 of 748

In district

#54 of 105

BREVARD

Equity

8.2 / 10

Very strong

About Cocoa Beach Junior/senior High School

Cocoa Beach Junior/Senior High School serves 1,029 students in grades 7-12 in the heart of Florida's Space Coast community. With 52 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19.8:1, providing a manageable classroom environment for middle and high school students. Academically, the school demonstrates solid performance with 64% of students achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and 52% reaching proficiency in mathematics.

These results place Cocoa Beach Junior/Senior High at #1705 among Florida's 3,816 schools, positioning it in the 55th percentile statewide with room for continued academic growth. The school draws from an affluent coastal community where the median household income reaches $83,195 and over half of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. With a low poverty rate of just 7.2% and median home values of $436,200, the surrounding ZIP code of 32931 reflects a stable, educated population of 13,762 residents.

As a regular public school in Brevard County, Cocoa Beach Junior/Senior High School benefits from its unique location in one of Florida's most desirable beach communities, where students can experience both quality education and the distinctive culture of living near Kennedy Space Center and the Atlantic Ocean.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.4Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-2.21 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.1Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency65%
Reading/ELA Proficiency66%
Math vs. State Avg+17.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+15.7 pts
Overall Proficiency66%
Expected (poverty-adj.)60%
vs. Expected+5.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile72th
College Readiness9.3Exceptional30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation13.2%
IB ProgramYes
Resources & Environment4.5Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,368

Cocoa Beach Junior/senior High School — Students at Cocoa Beach Junior/senior High School score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

29.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 59.0%
School
State
50.9%
ELA Proficiency 66.2%
School
State
51.6%

Based on 10 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
66%
ELA
73%
2021*
Math
65%
ELA
66%
2024
Math
52.5%
ELA
64.5%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.4/10.

How Cocoa Beach Junior/senior High School Compares

See how Cocoa Beach Junior/senior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
60th percentile in FL
Academic
8.1/10
8.1/10
Growth
4.4/10
Below average
Environment
4.5/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
29%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
52 teachers

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs IB Programme
13.2% participation·160 IB enrolled·CRDC 2020-21

Data as of 2020-21 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1500 MINUTEMEN CSWY, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cocoa Beach Junior/senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. EDGEWOOD JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Merritt Island), which scores notably higher. Another option is PROJECT SEARCH (rated 7.4/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ROCKLEDGE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.6/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Rockledge), a more accessible option. For more schools in Cocoa Beach, see our Cocoa Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.3 mi
School Distance Rating
THEODORE ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cocoa Beach 0.2 mi 8.1
FREEDOM 7 ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF INTERNATIONAL STUDIES Cocoa Beach 1.2 mi 8.6
PROJECT SEARCH Cocoa Beach 3.0 mi 7.4
OUR SAVIOUR SCHOOL Cocoa Beach 3.7 mi 6.1
THOMAS JEFFERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Merritt Island 3.6 mi 5.8
IN HIS STEPS LEARNING ACADEMY INC Cape Canaveral 4.6 mi
TROPICAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Merritt Island 4.3 mi 7.8
AUDUBON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Merritt Island 4.8 mi 8.9
EDGEWOOD JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Merritt Island 5.1 mi 8.3
MERRITT ISLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Merritt Island 5.0 mi 7.5
CAPE VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cape Canaveral 5.5 mi 6.0
MILA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Merritt Island 5.4 mi 5.6
ROBERT L. STEVENSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Merritt Island 6.1 mi 7.6
MERRITT ISLAND HIGH SCHOOL Merritt Island 5.9 mi 3.9
RALPH M WILLIAMS JUNIOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rockledge 5.9 mi 9.0
ROCKLEDGE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Rockledge 5.8 mi 4.6
FAITHFUL HEARTS ACADEMY INC. Merritt Island 6.2 mi
FAITHFUL HEARTS ACADEMY INC. Merritt Island 6.2 mi
NORTH/CENTRAL AREA ALTERNATIVE LEARNING CENTER Merritt Island 6.3 mi 5.6
GARDENDALE SEPARATE DAY SCHOOL Merritt Island 6.3 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 32931 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,769

Median Home Value

$478,300

Median Rent

$1,533/mo

Population

13,893

College Educated

52%

Homeownership

77%

Avg Commute

26.3 min

Poverty Rate

8.3%

Median Age

58.8

Community Profile

The community surrounding Cocoa Beach Junior/senior High School has a median household income of $84,769. It is a well-educated community where 52% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $478,300, with a median rent of $1,533/month. The local poverty rate of 8.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
HARDEE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wauchula, FL 6.8
PAXON SCHOOL/ADVANCED STUDIES Jacksonville, FL 6.8
PALMER TRINITY SCHOOL Palmetto Bay, FL 6.7
SOUTH WALTON HIGH SCHOOL Santa Rosa Beach, FL 6.7
FERNANDINA BEACH HIGH SCHOOL Fernandina Beach, FL 6.9
CRESCENT CITY JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL Crescent City, FL 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cocoa Beach Junior/senior High School

What grades does Cocoa Beach Junior/senior High School serve?

Cocoa Beach Junior/senior High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Cocoa Beach Junior/senior High School?

Cocoa Beach Junior/senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,029 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cocoa Beach Junior/senior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Cocoa Beach Junior/senior High School is 19.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cocoa Beach Junior/senior High School rank in FL?

Cocoa Beach Junior/senior High School is ranked #1505 out of 3,777 schools in FL.

What is Cocoa Beach Junior/senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Cocoa Beach Junior/senior High School has a composite rating of 6.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Cocoa Beach Junior/senior High School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Cocoa Beach Junior/senior High School has 59.0% math proficiency and 66.2% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Cocoa Beach Junior/senior High School a charter school?

No, Cocoa Beach Junior/senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Cocoa Beach Junior/senior High School a Title I school?

No, Cocoa Beach Junior/senior High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cocoa Beach Junior/senior High School?

29.3% of students at Cocoa Beach Junior/senior High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable
County Safety
Average (360/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
1,029
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
52
Free/Reduced Lunch
29.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Brevard County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

BREVARD
District Enrollment
73,810
Schools in District
109
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,100
District Rank
#54 of 105

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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