Cocoa High School is high school located in Cocoa, Florida, and is part of the Brevard Public Schools District. The principal is Ms. C. Denise Stewart.
Serving 1,468 students in grades 7-12, Cocoa 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 19% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,468 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 70% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class="so-dt-title" id="top-rankings">Top Rankings
Cocoa High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
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Cocoa High School's student population of 1,468 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,468 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Year Founded
1917
School Calendar
School Motto
TO SERVE EVERY STUDENT WITH EXCELLENCE AS THE STANDARD
Cocoa 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 Cocoa High School is 0.73, which is more 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
#3391 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
29%
37%
Black
29%
21%
White
31%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="school-notes">School Notes- School Mascot: Cocoa Tiger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Cocoa High School's ranking?
Cocoa High School is ranked #3391 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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cocoa High School?
The graduation rate of Cocoa High School is 70%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Cocoa High School?
1,468 students attend Cocoa High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Cocoa High School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cocoa High School?
Cocoa High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cocoa High School offer ?
Cocoa High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cocoa High School part of?
Cocoa High School is part of Brevard School District.
School Reviews5 10/10/2025With any school it is the attitude of the student who attends. I love Cocoa High School and think it is a great school. We are state champs, band got a superior, Drama is improving greatly and there is a new auditorium being built. Cocoa has many enthusiastic teachers and parents contributing to the school.2 10/10/2025As a graduate of cocoa high i would not recommend the school. The athletic dept. is bad the facilities are bad.Review Cocoa High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
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With any school it is the attitude of the student who attends. I love Cocoa High School and think it is a great school. We are state champs, band got a superior, Drama is improving greatly and there is a new auditorium being built. Cocoa has many enthusiastic teachers and parents contributing to the school.
As a graduate of cocoa high i would not recommend the school. The athletic dept. is bad the facilities are bad.
Review Cocoa High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
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