Fernandina Beach High School

Fernandina Beach High School serves 980 students in grades 9-12 in this charming coastal community in Nassau County, Florida. With 56 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a manageable 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio that allows for meaningful student-teacher interactions. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, earning a 7.3 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranking in the 75th percentile among Florida high schools at #942 out of 3,816 schools statewide.

Students show strong literacy skills, with 66% achieving proficient or above levels in English Language Arts and Reading across grade levels. The school's academic score of 8.0 out of 10 reflects its commitment to educational excellence. Fernandina Beach High School draws from an educated and economically stable community where half of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.

The surrounding ZIP code 32034 has a median household income of $95,869 and a low poverty rate of just 7.2%, creating a supportive environment for student success. With median home values of $427,700, the area reflects the desirability of this historic island community. The school sits in Fernandina Beach's small suburban setting, where students benefit from both the tight-knit feel of island life and proximity to the natural beauty of Amelia Island's beaches and maritime forests.