Serving 1,486 students in grades 5-12, Yulee 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 41% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 1,486 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Yulee High School serves the eastern part of its school district in Yulee, FL, covering an area of approximately 179.1 square miles. Students typically have a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being 7.6 miles and the furthest edge located 16.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Yulee High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Yulee High School's student population of 1,486 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,486 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
School Rankings
Yulee 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 Yulee High School is 0.49, 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
#1947 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Black
12%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
White
70%
34%
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Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Graduation Rate
93%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yulee High School's ranking?
Yulee High School is ranked #1947 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Yulee High School often compared to?
Yulee High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fernandina Beach High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Yulee High School?
The graduation rate of Yulee High School is 93%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Yulee High School?
1,486 students attend Yulee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Yulee High School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Yulee High School?
Yulee High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Yulee High School offer ?
Yulee High School offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Yulee High School part of?
Yulee High School is part of Nassau School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Excellent human beings. Have only met one rude person (ms. dickinson) and I forgive her. My grandchild (moderately autistic) would be neglected anywhere else. I thank God for the good people at YHS.
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