2023 Best High Schools in Volusia County

• Daytona Beach, FL•

• Private School•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.8 out of 5  93 reviews

Alum: Father Lopez was an excellent choice for my academic and spiritual development throughout my high school years. The courses offered are rigorous and engaging, and class sizes are small enough that each student has individual attention from the teacher. I had the pleasure of learning from many great teachers during my time at Father Lopez, and I was always confident that my class was receiving the instruction we deserved. Regarding personal growth, in-school retreats throughout the schoolyear provided an excellent opportunity for reflection and growth, and I learned about my Catholic faith and spirituality in addition to academics. Father Lopez emphasized service to the community, and there were many opportunities to practice this: the school offered mission trips, certain school days filled with packing food for the homeless, and field trips oriented around helping others in the community. In terms of bettering myself intellectually and personally, Father Lopez was outstanding.... Read 93 reviews

• grade A

• Students 423

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Volusia County Schools, FL•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.85 out of 5  780 reviews

Junior: I like my school because I'm able to see my friends at lunch since there are no lunch blocks separating the time. I wish the option to leave campus was available for grades other than 12th graders. I know the school was built in the 70's, which is why I think it's time for the school to get a little refresh! I think the school should be repainted, because the student paintings on the wall just make things look so tacky. The school could use a modern repaint and reconstruction, as well as expansion since the traffic to get to classes is a lot. A better cafeteria would be nice, since the one we have is very small and definitely couldn't hold more than one tenth of the school. The cafeteria could definitely use a new AC unit as well. It's always humid and warm in there. Overall, I like my school more for the social aspect, and the select teachers that make their classes fun :)... Read 780 reviews

• grade A

• Students 2,325

• Student-teacher ratio 22:1

• Deltona, FL•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 3.68 out of 5  40 reviews

Senior: Trinity Christian Academy is a great environment to be around. Trinity gives out support who those we need it, which makes it a very friendly environment. Being at Trinity Christian Academy has personally made me a better person and helped me achieve lots academically!... Read 40 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 595

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Ormond Beach, FL•

• Private School•

• K-12

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  Rating 3.25 out of 5  28 reviews

Junior: I have been attending Calvary Christian Academy for about 15 years now. This school is where I have learned and grown so much over the years. At Calvary Christian Academy, they really do teach “more than academics.” I have grown in my faith and have made lifelong connections at this wonderful school. The teachers really do care about their students, and the atmosphere is peaceful. Even during the COVID-19 pandemic, Calvary has not failed to provide a quality education through online means. As I prepare to become a Senior, I am feeling more and more ready for college thanks to Calvary academics and staff.... Read 28 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 361

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Volusia County Schools, FL•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.75 out of 5  366 reviews

Junior: My junior year was great! I had excellent teachers who helped me learn the material I needed to know in order to accomplish my desired grades and help me push through finals with confidence. However, I would love if their were more clubs, a cleaner school environment (especially bathrooms), and more help with understanding college and what must be done to prepare for college.... Read 366 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 1,407

• Student-teacher ratio 22:1

• Volusia County Schools, FL•

• K-11

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  Rating 5 out of 5  4 reviews

Works Here: The teachers, staff and administration are amazing and create a "family-like" culture. Students are respectful and work hard. There is one-to-one technology for all students and a high level of STEM activities. Hydroponics, Aquaponics, Aeroponics, greenhouse and raised beds are embedded into the Ag-Sci curriculum for all grade levels. Garden to table program is part of the healthy lunch program and all students have access to a fresh salad bar daily. The school family cares about each other and makes all students and parents welcomed.... Read 4 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 642

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Ormond Beach, FL•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.83 out of 5  18 reviews

Parent: We love Riverbend Academy! My kids have been attending since Pre-K and we couldn't be happier. They are truly good kids that learn how to be even better adults. My kids are getting the best foundation, learning to have good ethics, learning right from wrong, how to be a better person. It is much more than academics, the teachers truly care about these kids and are making a difference.... Read 18 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 321

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• South Daytona, FL•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 3.31 out of 5  93 reviews

Parent: We love warner! The teachers really love and care about there students. Everyone knows my children. They are getting a very strong biblical, spiritual, and academic base for life after warner.... Read 93 reviews

• grade B

• Students 384

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Volusia County Schools, FL•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.61 out of 5  770 reviews

Junior: At University High School, I love all of the academies that they offer. For example, Engineering Academy, Robotics Academy, Biomed Academy, etc. I love all the people and friends I was able to meet attending University High School. Especially being in the Marching Band at UHS, I have met people in this program that will be my lifelong friends! Overall, the school is clean and isn't cluttered with garbage all the time. Good overall environment.... Read 770 reviews

• grade B

• Students 2,304

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Volusia County Schools, FL•

• PK, 9-12

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  Rating 3.81 out of 5  252 reviews

Senior: Before entering Atlantic High school, I attended private school majority of my school years. Entering at Atlantic High School my freshman year was a complete culture shock for me. I didn’t go into the cafeteria for the first week. Over the course of the following weeks, I found myself struggling to find myself. And then the pandemic hit… it made me rethink a lot of things. As the schools years continued, teachers took me under their wing, pushed me, encouraged and helped me identify me strengths. I began to utilize my strengths and I began to flourish. High school was beginning to become what I always dreamed. Without the guidance of some of my teachers, I wouldn’t be the Lillian I am today. There were so many opportunities to get involved and I did. I joined book club, the Nautica dance company and SGA. The leaders and teachers were supportive helped me succeed in every aspect. I am truly proud to be an Atlantic Shark.... Read 252 reviews

• grade B

• Students 1,202

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Volusia County Schools, FL•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.67 out of 5  283 reviews

Senior: I am starting my senior year at New Smyrna Beach High School. The school has great opportunities with not only sports but academics. I have been able to get my Associate of Arts Degree through the program dual enrollment. New Smyrna has been great helping me through every step of the way telling me what classes I will receive high school and college credit for. Also, I have been able to participate in sports at this school and it has led me to great opportunities to make connections and also see what I can do in my future. Overall, New Smyrna Beach High School is a great high school and is all about its student's success and seeing them achieve their goals.... Read 283 reviews

• grade B

• Students 1,805

• Student-teacher ratio 21:1

• Volusia County Schools, FL•

• PK, 9-12

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  Rating 3.51 out of 5  705 reviews

Junior: Deland High is a unique school. It's extensively diverse in both the students and teachers, also extending to the classes available and sports to choose from. The availability of differing classes to choose and ways for us teenagers to get out some aggressions in sports ensures a good possibility of college preparation and enables students to work with counselors to select a path that best suits them through high school. Many different types of students (i.e. race, culture, religion, etc.) attend and allow young people to develop social understanding and learn who they want to identify with. Finding these many cliques throughout the school is a great way for students to make friends and feel a little more welcome instead of dreading the thought of attending a school where they don't fit in. It isn't a pristine school, but it's not supposed to be. Any public school will have it's trouble makers, which is unfortunately a clique that students find popular. It is still a good school.... Read 705 reviews

• grade B

• Students 2,343

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Volusia County Schools, FL•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.38 out of 5  406 reviews

Junior: Deltona high school offers a lot regarding clubs and academies like health academy, rho kappa, national honors society and so much more. The school also is trying to make every student move up to things like honors, pre-aice and aice classes which has its pros and cons. Overall Deltona high school is a pretty good school but like every school there are issues. For instance, a lot of the teachers have left within the past year leaving us to have very crammed classes. There are from about 30-40 students in almost every class in this school because we have so many students.... Read 406 reviews

• grade B

• Students 1,427

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Volusia County Schools, FL•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.76 out of 5  502 reviews

Alum: Buc Pride Never Dies! Hands down the best high school experience you could ask for, plus Mainland made me the open-minded, and worldly individual that I am today. I was apart of the Academy of Engineering, Design, and Manufacturing Technologies program at the school which is a STEM oriented program that prepared me for my college career. There are other academies for other areas of interest that include business, health sciences, IT, and video production to name a few. Aside from the academic preparation, teachers, faculty, and even the sports coaches all went above and beyond to make sure the students feel that they are apart of a big family. The Buccaneer family will always be held close and dear to my heart because it was more than just "going to school": it was waking up at 6:30 every morning to go to my 2nd home. Buc Pride Never Dies!... Read 502 reviews

• grade B

• Students 1,573

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Volusia County Schools, FL•

• 6-12

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  Rating 3.59 out of 5  152 reviews

Middle School Student: i love all the clubs at the school. One thing i would change is the favorite picking in sports/ clubs. I would also have a stronger system in bullying and take situations a little more seriously. This is because if not treated with the severity of the situation, it could lead to serious issues. I also believe that they should stop calling out only certain kids for dress code. Thus, if someone is not in dress code, dress code everyone. Overall, this is an amazing school!... Read 152 reviews

• grade B minus

• Students 1,024

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Volusia County Schools, FL•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.39 out of 5  411 reviews

Alum: I graduated May 25th 2022 at Pine Ridge High school. Over four years, I have gained over 500 community service hours. This is from theatre, band and soccer In each environment, the end results have had a special place in my heart. From opening shows, music concerts to wins and loses at late night games, each experience has taught me so much. Because I was a captain, I have learned to be quick to take on any task to support others. I always ensure that everyone is growing, as musicians and as people. Because everyone looks up to me as a person and musician, I always need to set the expectations I want others to follow. Theatre has been a roller coaster of emotions, I believe that theatre has helped me learn more about the beauty of the arts and come out of my shell. I partake in my school's varsity soccer team where I have a team of people who teach me how to love, care and fight for one another. Pine Ridge High School has helped me grow into the person I am today.... Read 411 reviews

• grade B minus

• Students 1,360

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Volusia County Schools, FL•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.8 out of 5  5 reviews

Senior: the school is great! little overcrowded but they are adding a building to it! the school administration is awesome. and the education is amazing! they use laptops and ipads which is great!... Read 5 reviews

• grade C minus

• Students 283

• Student-teacher ratio 28:1

• Deltona, FL•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 3 out of 5  3 reviews

Senior: I’ve gone here since fourth grade. My first band teacher was my best and favorite teacher gave me the dream to follow my passion for music!... Read 3 reviews

• grade B

• Students 222

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Daytona Beach, FL•

• Private School•

• 4-12

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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Sophomore: I love Halifax academy this school has given me so many opportunities. The teachers and staff work hard in motivating the students by taking personal interests in our futures and the goals the students have made for themselves. Because of Halifax academy I have grown so much as a person and student.... Read 1 review

• grade B

• Students 103

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Holly Hill, FL•

• Private School•

• K-12

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  Rating 5 out of 5  2 reviews

Alum: My experience at Ubic academy was a tremendous impacted! The people and the staff there were wonderful!I learned a lot at this school being I came to this school because of a mentally and emotionally abusive relationship. Being that God should be our top priority this school definitely accomplished that goal. I learned so much at this school and I even accomplished a lot of goals while being there. I had the chance to graduate a year early, but I stayed the extra year to not only get the bright future scholarship but to play another year of sports. While staying the extra year I finished first in my graduating class and I got valedictorian. I experienced so much while being at this school and I can not imagine where my life would be if I did not attend here! I recommend this school over any public school.... Read 2 reviews

• grade B minus

• Students 140

• Student-teacher ratio 8:1

• Deland, FL•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 1 out of 5  1 review

• grade unavailable

• Students 202

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Volusia County Schools, FL•

• PK, 6-12

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  Rating 3.5 out of 5  2 reviews

• grade unavailable

• Students 150

• Student-teacher ratio 50:1

• Daytona Beach, FL•

• Private School•

• PK, 2-12

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  Rating 5 out of 5  2 reviews

Senior: I had a great experience with DBCA. The teachers and administration were very involved and helpful for any questions regarding your students and application processes.... Read 2 reviews

• grade unavailable

• Students 131

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Orange City, FL•

• Private School•

• K-12

• grade unavailable

• Students 110

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Port Orange, FL•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 3.71 out of 5  7 reviews

High School Freshman: The school is great, the staff works really hard to keep us safe and educated. My favorite experience is definitely stunting with the cheer squad at football games. The one thing i dislike about this school is the students, they are stuck up, spoiled, and "click-y", they don't like to include new people that don't conform to the typical teen mold like me. Other than feeling left out my school is great.... Read 7 reviews

• grade unavailable

• Students 61

• Student-teacher ratio 8:1