University High School is a public, four-year high school located in Orange City, Florida, United States. Established in 2010, it is the newest high school established in Volusia County since 1994, as well as its costliest. As of 2010, it was the largest high school in Volusia County by enrollment.
Serving 2,855 students in grades 9-12, University 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 28% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% 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: 2,855 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: University High School serves the southwest part of its school district in Orange City, FL, covering an area of approximately 60.3 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 5 miles from the school to the zone's edge, extending up to 7.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
University High School's student population of 2,855 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 113 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,855 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
113 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2010
School Rankings
University 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 University High School is 0.64, 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
#2828 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
36%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
93%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Grey, Orange/White
School Mascot
Titan
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University High School's ranking?
University High School is ranked #2828 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are University High School often compared to?
University High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Deltona High School, Deland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of University High School?
The graduation rate of University High School is 93%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend University High School?
2,855 students attend University High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of University High School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of University High School?
University High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does University High School offer ?
University High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is University High School part of?
University High School is part of Volusia School District.
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