Eleven Brevard Public Schools (BPS) increased their high school graduation rate for the 2023-2024 school year according to the Florida Department of Education. The biggest success story: Titusville High School which had a 5.4% increase resulting in a 92.7% graduation rate! Also showing great gains were Space Coast Junior-Senior High School which improved 3.5% to 95.7%, and Astronaut High School with a 3.3% increase to 89.4%.
The following high schools increased in their graduation rate:
Titusville High School
Astronaut High School
Space Coast Jr./Sr. High School
Cocoa High School
Viera High School
Melbourne High School
Palm Bay Magnet High School
Heritage High School
Eau Gallie High School
Merritt Island High School
Satellite High School
In addition, West Shore Jr./Sr. High School and Edgewood Jr./Sr. High School both maintained a perfect 100% graduation rate. Other notable mentions include Merritt Island High School, Satellite High School, and Viera High School that all saw graduation rates over 98%.
"We are incredibly proud of the hard work of our students, teachers, and staff across the district," said Dr. Mark Rendell, Superintendent for BPS. “While this is positive news and a signal that our district is heading in the right direction, there’s still work to be done. Our goal will always be to achieve a 100 percent graduation rate.”
The district-wide graduation rate was above the state average, coming in at 89.8%. The focused efforts at each school level have ensured students receive the tools and support they need to succeed academically in high school and beyond. BPS continues to foster innovative programs tailored to student needs, remains focused on further improving graduation outcomes, building on each school's successes, and addressing areas for continued growth.