Spanish River Community High School is a public high school in Boca Raton, Florida, USA. It is part of the School District of Palm Beach County and serves the cities of Boca Raton and Delray Beach.
Serving 2,730 students in grades 6-12, Spanish River Community High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 2,730 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spanish River Community High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Spanish River Community High School's student population of 2,730 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 136 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,730 students
Total Classroom Teachers
136 teachers
Year Founded
1983
Colors
White, Blue, Silver
School Rankings
Spanish River Community High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spanish River Community High School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#409 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
31%
38%
Black
6%
21%
White
55%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Shark
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spanish River Community High School's ranking?
Spanish River Community High School is ranked #409 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Spanish River Community High School often compared to?
Spanish River Community High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boca Raton Community High School, Olympic Heights Community High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Spanish River Community High School?
The graduation rate of Spanish River Community High School is 99%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Spanish River Community High School?
2,730 students attend Spanish River Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Spanish River Community High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spanish River Community High School?
Spanish River Community High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Spanish River Community High School offer ?
Spanish River Community High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Spanish River Community High School part of?
Spanish River Community High School is part of Palm Beach School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Great school! Solid administration that deals with problems quickly and effectively, caring teachers that know their subject, and great kids that want to be there!
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