Serving 689 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Umatilla Elementary School ranks in the top 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 49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 689 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Umatilla Elementary School serves the northern part of Umatilla, FL, covering an attendance zone of approximately 51.3 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 6.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Umatilla Elementary School's student population of 689 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
689 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Umatilla Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Umatilla Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#1678 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
21%
38%
Black
5%
21%
White
70%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Umatilla Elementary School's ranking?
Umatilla Elementary School is ranked #1678 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Umatilla Elementary School often compared to?
Umatilla Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Round Lake Charter School, Altoona School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Umatilla Elementary School?
689 students attend Umatilla Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Umatilla Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Umatilla Elementary School?
Umatilla Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Umatilla Elementary School offer ?
Umatilla Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Umatilla Elementary School part of?
Umatilla Elementary School is part of Lake School District.
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