Serving 1,718 students in grades 9-12, Okeechobee 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 38% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (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 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,718 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 78% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Okeechobee High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Okeechobee, FL, encompassing approximately 891.9 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 18.3 miles to the edge of the zone and a furthest edge reaching 32.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Okeechobee High School's student population of 1,718 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,718 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Okeechobee High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Okeechobee High School is 0.61, 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
#2684 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
47%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
78%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)56.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Mascot
Brahman Bull
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Okeechobee High School's ranking?
Okeechobee High School is ranked #2684 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Okeechobee High School?
The graduation rate of Okeechobee High School is 78%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Okeechobee High School?
1,718 students attend Okeechobee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Okeechobee High School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Okeechobee High School?
Okeechobee High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Okeechobee High School offer ?
Okeechobee High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Okeechobee High School part of?
Okeechobee High School is part of Okeechobee School District.
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