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#2524 of 3,778 schools in FL
Vero Beach High School
High School · INDIAN RIVER
1707 16TH ST, Vero Beach, FL 32960
Enrollment
2,783
Student-Teacher
23:1
Score
5.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,783
Student-Teacher
23:1
Score
5.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,524 of 3,778
In Vero Beach
#14 of 20
public schools
In district
#22 of 28
INDIAN RIVER
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About Vero Beach High School
Vero Beach High School is a public high school in Vero Beach, FL, part of INDIAN RIVER. Vero Beach High School serves approximately 2,783 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 23:1 student-teacher ratio. Vero Beach High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,524 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Vero Beach High School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
What's said publicly about Vero Beach High School
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated April 2026.
Sources (2)
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Vero Beach High School is a large school: 2,783 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Vero Beach High School runs 23:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
52% of students at Vero Beach High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Vero Beach High School — Students at Vero Beach High School score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 27 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.0/10.
How Vero Beach High School Compares
See how Vero Beach High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1707 16TH ST, Vero Beach, FL 32960
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Vero Beach High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. INDIAN RIVER CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, IR PREP (rated 5.5/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Vero Beach, see our Vero Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VERO BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vero Beach | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| IR PREP Vero Beach | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT EDUCATION Vero Beach | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| ST HELEN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Vero Beach | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| GLENDALE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Vero Beach | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| ROSEWOOD MAGNET SCHOOL Vero Beach | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
| CITRUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vero Beach | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| THE WILLOW SCHOOL Vero Beach | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| TABERNACLE BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Vero Beach | 2.1 mi | — |
| OSLO MIDDLE SCHOOL Vero Beach | 2.3 mi | 6.1 |
| SUNCOAST PRIMARY SCHOOL Vero Beach | 2.2 mi | 7.9 |
| GLENDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vero Beach | 2.2 mi | 8.7 |
| ST. PETER'S ACADEMY Vero Beach | 3.1 mi | 4.6 |
| BEACHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vero Beach | 2.9 mi | 7.8 |
| MASTER'S ACADEMY OF VERO BEACH Vero Beach | 2.8 mi | 6.6 |
| OSCEOLA MAGNET SCHOOL Vero Beach | 3.2 mi | 8.3 |
| GIFFORD MIDDLE SCHOOL Vero Beach | 3.3 mi | 4.1 |
| INDIAN RIVER CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Vero Beach | 3.0 mi | 6.0 |
| DODGERTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vero Beach | 3.3 mi | 4.7 |
| IMAGINE AT SOUTH VERO Vero Beach | 3.2 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32960 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,350
Median Home Value
$254,400
Median Rent
$1,171/mo
Population
24,697
College Educated
24.8%
Homeownership
56.9%
Avg Commute
17.8 min
Poverty Rate
15.2%
Median Age
42.6
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| GATEWAY HIGH SCHOOL Fort Myers, FL | 5.4 |
| LAKELAND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Lakeland, FL | 5.4 |
| MAYNARD EVANS HIGH Orlando, FL | 5.4 |
| NORTH MIAMI SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL North Miami, FL | 5.4 |
| OAK RIDGE HIGH Orlando, FL | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Vero Beach High School
What grades does Vero Beach High School serve?
Vero Beach High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Vero Beach High School?
Vero Beach High School has an enrollment of approximately 2,783 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Vero Beach High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Vero Beach High School is 23:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Vero Beach High School rank in FL?
Vero Beach High School ranks #2,524 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Vero Beach High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Vero Beach High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Vero Beach High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Vero Beach High School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Vero Beach High School a charter school?
No, Vero Beach High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Vero Beach High School a Title I school?
No, Vero Beach High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Vero Beach High School?
48.0% of students at Vero Beach 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,783
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 121
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Indian River County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.4%
- Phone
- (772) 564-5800
- 4-Year Graduation
- 96.0%
Resources & Links
District
INDIAN RIVER- District Enrollment
- 16,950
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,843
- District Rank
- #22 of 28
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