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Melbourne Central Catholic High School

High School

154 E FLORIDA AVE, Melbourne, FL 32901

Private

Enrollment

400

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

6.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#654 of 1,462

In Melbourne

#8 of 12

public schools

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Melbourne Central Catholic High School

6.5/10

High School in Melbourne · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Melbourne Central Catholic High School

Melbourne Central Catholic High School is a private high school in Melbourne, FL. Melbourne Central Catholic High School serves approximately 400 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Melbourne Central Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #654 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares0.8 pts above FL schools
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • FL avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

Melbourne Central Catholic High School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Melbourne Central Catholic High School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Melbourne, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
This School
vs
17.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
400
This School
vs
1,020
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.5
This School
vs
5.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 53.5% vs 0%
Hispanic 28% vs 0%
Black 4% vs 0%
Asian 2.5% vs 0%
Melbourne Central Catholic High School Melbourne Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Melbourne Central Catholic High School (this school) 6.5
PALM BAY MAGNET SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL 4.0
MELBOURNE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL 6.1
WEST SHORE JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL 9.0
EAU GALLIE HIGH SCHOOL 5.3
SOUTH AREA ALTERNATIVE LEARNING CENTER 4.1
MELBOURNE CENTER FOR PERSONAL GROWTH

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in FL.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C+ 3.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 14.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 6.9 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.9 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,248.9
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.7 / 10
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Diversity Index 62%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 400
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in FL

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 53.5%
Hispanic 28.0%
Two or More 11.8%
Black 4.0%
Asian 2.5%
Native American 0.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

154 E FLORIDA AVE, Melbourne, FL 32901

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Melbourne Central Catholic High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MELBOURNE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 2.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PALM BAY MAGNET SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.0/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Melbourne, see our Melbourne schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
BRIGHT HORIZONS ACADEMY Melbourne 0.4 mi 8.3
PALM BAY MAGNET SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Melbourne 0.7 mi 4.0
UNIVERSITY PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Melbourne 0.7 mi 5.1
NEW COVENANT SCHOOL INC. Melbourne 0.8 mi
STONE MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL Melbourne 1.0 mi 4.2
SPACE COAST DISCOVERY Melbourne 1.2 mi 5.5
PALM BAY ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Palm Bay 1.7 mi 3.3
OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Melbourne 1.7 mi 8.1
BETHANY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL West Melbourne 1.7 mi 7.4
BREAD OF LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY CORP. Palm Bay 1.8 mi
PUZZLE BOX ACADEMY Palm Bay 1.9 mi 7.9
MELBOURNE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Melbourne 2.2 mi 6.1
NEW HOPE LUTHERAN ACADEMY West Melbourne 2.0 mi 6.2
IMAGINE SCHOOLS AT WEST MELBOURNE West Melbourne 2.2 mi 7.9
RIVIERA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm Bay 2.5 mi 7.6
RFM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Melbourne 2.7 mi 5.4
LIFELINE ACADEMY Palm Bay 2.7 mi 6.0
PALM BAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm Bay 2.7 mi 4.7
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Palm Bay 3.0 mi 7.6
CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL West Melbourne 2.7 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 32901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,646

Median Home Value

$244,500

Median Rent

$1,349/mo

Population

28,565

College Educated

30.8%

Homeownership

51.3%

Avg Commute

22.5 min

Poverty Rate

20.8%

Median Age

42.3

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CLEARWATER CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Clearwater, FL 6.5
GOLIATH ACADEMY Lake Worth, FL 6.5
LEALMAN INNOVATION ACADEMY St. Petersburg, FL 6.5
MATER PERFORMING ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT ACADEMY Hialeah Gardens, FL 6.5
ROOSEVELT ACADEMY Lake Wales, FL 6.5
LIBERTY COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Bristol, FL 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Melbourne Central Catholic High School

What grades does Melbourne Central Catholic High School serve?

Melbourne Central Catholic High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Melbourne Central Catholic High School?

Melbourne Central Catholic High School has an enrollment of approximately 400 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Melbourne Central Catholic High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Melbourne Central Catholic High School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Melbourne Central Catholic High School rank in FL?

Melbourne Central Catholic High School ranks #654 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Melbourne Central Catholic High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Melbourne Central Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Melbourne Central Catholic High School a private school?

Yes, Melbourne Central Catholic High School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Melbourne Central Catholic High School a religious school?

Melbourne Central Catholic High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
53 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
400
Gender Split
53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.9 hours
Days Per Year
181 days
Setting
Small City
County
Brevard County

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