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Best Nassau County Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public high schools serving 4,303 students in Nassau County, FL.
The top-ranked public high schools in Nassau County, FL are Hilliard Middle-senior High School, Fernandina Beach High School and Nassau Virtual Franchise. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Nassau County, FL public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Florida public high school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Nassau County have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Florida public high schools.
Nassau County, FL public high school have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the Florida average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is West Nassau County High School, with 98% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Florida or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Florida public high school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public High Schools in Nassau County (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hilliard Middle-senior High School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1 Flashes Ave
Hilliard, FL 32046
(904) 845-2171
Gr: 6-12 | 773 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Fernandina Beach High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
435 Citrona Dr
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 261-5713
Gr: 9-12 | 978 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #33.
Nassau Virtual Franchise
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1201 Atlantic Ave
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 491-9913
Gr: K-12 | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #44.
West Nassau County High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1 Warrior Dr
Callahan, FL 32011
(904) 879-3461
Gr: 9-12 | 923 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #55.
Yulee High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
85375 Miner Rd
Yulee, FL 32097
(904) 225-8641
Gr: 5-12 | 1,486 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #66.
Nassau Virtual Instruction Program
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1201 Atlantic Ave
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 491-9886
Gr: K-12
Rank: n/an/a
Contracted Residential Services
Special Education School
1201 Atlantic Ave
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 491-9900
Gr: 9-11
Rank: n/an/a
Nassau Adult And Career Center
Vocational School
1201 Atlantic Ave
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 548-1750
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Nassau County Community School
Alternative School
1201 Atlantic Ave
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 491-9883
Gr: 6-12 | 76 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: n/an/a
Nassau Virtual Instruction Program (District Provided)
1201 Atlantic Ave
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 491-9913
Gr: K-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in Nassau County, FL?
The top-ranked public high schools in Nassau County, FL include Hilliard Middle-senior High School, Fernandina Beach High School and Nassau Virtual Franchise.
How many public high schools are located in Nassau County?
10 public high schools are located in Nassau County.
What is the racial composition of students in Nassau County?
Nassau County public high schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Florida public high schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Nassau County are often viewed compared to one another?

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