Mainland High School is a public high school located in Daytona Beach, Florida, United States. It is attended by 1,979 students of grades nine through twelve. The mascot is a Buccaneer and strongly resembles the old logo of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Serving 1,925 students in grades 9-12, Mainland 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 23% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower 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 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,925 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mainland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mainland High School's student population of 1,925 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,925 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Year Founded
1872
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mainland High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mainland High School is 0.68, 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
#3238 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
13%
37%
Black
44%
21%
White
34%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Buccaneer
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mainland High School's ranking?
Mainland High School is ranked #3238 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Mainland High School often compared to?
Mainland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Seabreeze High School, Spruce Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mainland High School?
The graduation rate of Mainland High School is 87%, which is equal to the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mainland High School?
1,925 students attend Mainland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Mainland High School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mainland High School?
Mainland High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mainland High School offer ?
Mainland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mainland High School part of?
Mainland High School is part of Volusia School District.
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