Serving 2,514 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 39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,514 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: University High serves the eastern part of Orlando, FL, covering an area of approximately 43.7 square miles. Most students typically have a driving time of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 9.2 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 2,514 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,514 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1990
School Calendar
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 0.59, 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
#2353 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
60%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
18%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
94%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Navy Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Casey The Cougar
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 #2353 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 Colonial High School, East River High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 48% 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 94%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend University High School?
2,514 students attend University High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of University High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of University High School?
University High School has a student ration of 24:1, 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 Orange School District.
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