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Merritt Island High School

100 Mustang Way
Merritt Island, FL 32953
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Merritt Island High School is a public high school located in Merritt Island, Florida. It was built in 1965.
Serving 1,483 students in grades 9-12, Merritt Island High School ranks in the bottom 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 54% (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 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,483 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 30%
  • : 98% (Top 10% in FL)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 54% (Top 50%)
  • : 62% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Merritt Island High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Merritt Island High School's student population of 1,483 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,483 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
TO SERVE EVERY STUDENT WITH EXCELLENCE AS THE STANDARD

School Rankings

Merritt Island High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Merritt Island High School is 0.49, 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#2056 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
39%
52%
54%
52%
62%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
14%
37%
Black
5%
21%
White
70%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.49
98%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
47%
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: Mustang
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Merritt Island High School's ranking?
Merritt Island High School is ranked #2056 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
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 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Merritt Island High School?
The graduation rate of Merritt Island High School is 98%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Merritt Island High School?
1,483 students attend Merritt Island High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Merritt Island High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Merritt Island High School?
Merritt Island High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Merritt Island High School offer ?
Merritt Island High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Merritt Island High School part of?
Merritt Island High School is part of Brevard School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,483 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 30%
  • : 98% (Top 10%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 54% (Top 50%)
  • : 62% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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