Fernandina Beach High School

Fernandina Beach High School

Public High School | Grade Pre-K-12
435 Citrona Dr,  Fernandina Beach, FL
Nassau County School District
4.0
3.3
980 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr. John Mazzella
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Average SAT Score
1180
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
64%
Reading Proficiency
65%
Average GPA
3.56
Graduation Rate
92%

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
A-
Teachers
A-
College Prep
B
Administration
C+
Resources/Facilities
B
Clubs and Activities
B
Sports
C+
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.56
Reading Proficiency
65%
Math Proficiency
64%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
57
Full Time Teachers
57
Teachers in First or Second Year
12.5%
College Prep
Average SAT
1180
Math
580
Verbal
600
Average ACT
26
Math
25
English
26
Reading
28
Science
26
Number of AP Courses
16
AP Pass Rate
50.9%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
477:1

Student Diversity

Female
50.8%
Male
49.2%
White
72.5%
Hispanic
11.9%
Black
8.9%
Two or more races
5.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of North Florida 306 Students
University of Florida 301 Students
Florida State University 280 Students
University of Central Florida 231 Students
University of South Florida 154 Students
Florida Atlantic University 122 Students
Jacksonville University 117 Students
University of Miami 100 Students
Florida State College at Jacksonville 77 Students
Florida International University 70 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 89 Students
Psychology 68 Students
Nursing 64 Students
Biology 58 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 36 Students
Marketing 27 Students
Finance 25 Students
Computer Science 23 Students
Political Science and Government 23 Students
Engineering 23 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.0 127 Reviews
4.0 Senior
2/18/2025
My experience at Fernandina Beach Highschool was overall good. Some teachers where better than others, and I noticed that the better teachers taught more advanced classes. Most of the teachers really cared for their students and wanted them to excel in life. Some teachers and subs tried imposing their politics on students but most did not. They have a really good sports program and also clubs.
4.0 Senior
12/2/2024
Great academics overall and just a great atmosphere to be a part of as a senior in high school. Oh and also they have great sports.
4.0 Junior
11/21/2024
The school is overall nice, with staff that care and hope that you succeed. Despite a few teachers that I have had bad experiences with, I have enjoyed my time here and appreciate the support that I receive. The dual enrollment program is very nice and helps you get ahead.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.3 12 Reviews
1.0 parent
4/26/2023
If your student is high achieving and can get in to the very limited AP options you will be fine. Students that get tracked into the general Ed classes are faced with classes that don't have access to books, "discussion based" math classes, and will likely never see a guidance counselor through thei...
5.0 parent
4/3/2018
I have a sophmore at this school and I've been impressed with the teachers and staff. She is making good grades, enjoys (most) of her classes and teachers, is active in sports and band. Love the band program!! The overall community is wonderful
4.0 parent
11/25/2016
This school is good overall. It provides a safe and secure environment that almost feels sheltered at times. As a parent, I was never concerned about my daughter being safe at school or at any nightly activities which is very important and not the case at many other schools. The school provides many...
5.0 other
11/4/2015
They do teach you good but there is times it could be more and but I did enjoy being at that school and I miss it to

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Fernandina Beach High School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-12 in Fernandina Beach, FL, in the Amelia Island neighborhood, and is served by the Nassau County School District in Florida. The school has a total enrollment of 980 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 64% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 65% are proficient in reading. Fernandina Beach High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.56, the graduation rate is 92%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1180 and an ACT score of 26. Discover additional schools in the area, like NASSAU COUNTY COMMUNITY SCHOOL, Fernandina Beach Middle School, Southside Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Fernandina Beach has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Fernandina Beach High School.

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