Serving 2,391 students in grades 9-12, Osceola 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 25% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,391 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Osceola High School's student population of 2,391 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 116 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,391 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
116 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Osceola High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Osceola 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
#3334 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
69%
37%
Black
15%
21%
White
12%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Osceola High School's ranking?
Osceola High School is ranked #3334 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Osceola High School often compared to?
Osceola High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty High School, Poinciana High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Osceola High School?
The graduation rate of Osceola High School is 87%, which is equal to the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Osceola High School?
2,391 students attend Osceola High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Osceola High School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Osceola High School?
Osceola High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Osceola High School offer ?
Osceola High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Osceola High School part of?
Osceola High School is part of Osceola School District.
School Calendar
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School Reviews
3 9/29/2021
I think if yall have study sessions for students the test scores would be better especially for the 10 and 11 graders when students do good the school looks good.
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