Serving 1,431 students in grades 4-12, Yulee High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is equal to 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 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 1,431 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- 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 1,431 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,431 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Year Founded
2006
Colors
Green, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Yulee High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Yulee High School is 0.46, 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
#1497 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
9%
37%
Black
12%
21%
White
72%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hornet
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yulee High School's ranking?
Yulee High School is ranked #1497 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 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?
52% 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 94%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Yulee High School?
1,431 students attend Yulee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Yulee High School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% 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 4-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Yulee High School part of?
Yulee High School is part of Nassau School District.
School Reviews
5 8/26/2014
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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