St. Augustine High School is the oldest active public high school in the St. Johns County School District, located in unincorporated St. Johns County, Florida, with a St. Augustine postal address. It teaches students in grades 9 through 12.
Serving 1,717 students in grades 8-12, St. Augustine High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 1,717 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Augustine High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
St. Augustine High School's student population of 1,717 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,717 students
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Year Founded
1955
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Motto
'S.W.A.R.M. Together'
School Rankings
St. Augustine High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St. Augustine High School is 0.56, 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
#1819 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
13%
38%
Black
17%
21%
White
63%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Augustine High School's ranking?
St. Augustine High School is ranked #1819 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are St. Augustine High School often compared to?
St. Augustine High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ponte Vedra High School, Allen D Nease Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of St. Augustine High School?
The graduation rate of St. Augustine High School is 85%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend St. Augustine High School?
1,717 students attend St. Augustine High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of St. Augustine High School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Augustine High School?
St. Augustine High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does St. Augustine High School offer ?
St. Augustine High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Augustine High School part of?
St. Augustine High School is part of St. Johns School District.
School Calendar
View the St. Augustine High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - Student / Teacher Holiday
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break - Student / Teacher Holiday
March 15, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day for Students - All schools dismissed 1 hour early
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
Last Day for Teachers - Teacher Planning Day
June 01, 2027 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break - Student / Teacher Holiday
November 22, 2027 (Monday)
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