Summary:
In zip code 32137, located in Palm Coast, Florida, there is a single high school, Matanzas High School, which serves grades 8 through 12 with a substantial enrollment of 2,102 students and is part of the Flagler school district, a 4-star rated district ranking in the 80th percentile statewide.
Matanzas High School shows a mixed performance profile. It is a standout in US History, with 82% of students proficient in 2025-2026, significantly outperforming both the district (74%) and state (74%). The school also consistently exceeds state averages in 10th Grade English Language Arts, with 65% proficiency in 2025-2026 compared to the state's 61%. However, a major concern is a dramatic decline in Algebra 1 proficiency, which dropped to just 38% in 2024-2025, far below the district and state averages of 60%. This is puzzling given that Geometry proficiency is strong at 65%, well above the state average. The school's graduation rate is 91.7%, slightly below the state average of 92.2%, and chronic absenteeism is a significant issue at 36.6%, notably higher than the state's 31.4%.
Despite strong subject scores in several areas, the school's overall state ranking has steadily declined from the 73rd percentile in 2023-2024 to the 66th percentile in 2025-2026. This decline may be influenced by the low Algebra 1 scores and high absenteeism, which can weigh heavily in ranking formulas. The school spends $10,166 per student and has a student-teacher ratio of 22.8:1, which is on the higher side. With a relatively low percentage of students eligible for free or reduced lunch at 31.02%, the school serves a less economically disadvantaged population compared to many Florida schools, yet the Algebra 1 paradox and absenteeism remain key areas for improvement.
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