Serving 2,748 students in grades 9-12, Tohopekaliga 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 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% 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: 2,748 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tohopekaliga's student population of 2,748 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 125 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,748 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
125 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tohopekaliga 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 Tohopekaliga 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
#2907 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
72%
37%
Black
11%
21%
White
11%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tohopekaliga's ranking?
Tohopekaliga is ranked #2907 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
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 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tohopekaliga?
The graduation rate of Tohopekaliga is 90%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Tohopekaliga?
2,748 students attend Tohopekaliga.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Tohopekaliga students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tohopekaliga?
Tohopekaliga has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tohopekaliga offer ?
Tohopekaliga offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Tohopekaliga part of?
Tohopekaliga is part of Osceola School District.
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