Serving 915 students in grades 9-12, Umatilla 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 45% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 915 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Umatilla High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Umatilla High School's student population of 915 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
915 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Umatilla High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Umatilla High School is 0.41, which is less 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
#2414 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%

Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%

Hispanic
16%
37%

Black
5%
21%

White
75%
35%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
47%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Umatilla High School's ranking?
Umatilla High School is ranked #2414 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Umatilla High School often compared to?
Umatilla High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tavares High School, Eustis High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Umatilla High School?
The graduation rate of Umatilla High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Umatilla High School?
915 students attend Umatilla High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Umatilla High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Umatilla High School?
Umatilla High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Umatilla High School offer ?
Umatilla High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Umatilla High School part of?
Umatilla High School is part of Lake School District.
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