PEDRO MENENDEZ HIGH SCHOOL

PEDRO MENENDEZ HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the ST. JOHNS school district, located in ST AUGUSTINE, FL with about 1,371 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 64 teachers, PEDRO MENENDEZ HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

PEDRO MENENDEZ HIGH SCHOOL, located in St. Augustine, Florida, is a public secondary school within the St. Johns County School District. Serving a diverse student body, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic excellence and its wide array of extracurricular opportunities. The campus is designed to foster a supportive learning environment, emphasizing both college and career readiness through a variety of advanced placement courses, elective programs, and robust athletic and arts departments.

Beyond its standard curriculum, Pedro Menendez is particularly noted for its focus on career and technical education (CTE) academies, which provide students with specialized training in fields such as health sciences, information technology, and culinary arts. By integrating real-world skill development with traditional academics, the school aims to prepare its graduates for success in post-secondary education or the modern workforce. The school maintains a strong sense of community spirit, often referred to as the "Falcon" pride, and remains an integral part of the St. Augustine educational landscape.

For more information, contact PEDRO MENENDEZ HIGH SCHOOL at (904) 547-8660 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.