Okeechobee High School is a public high school for grades 9–12 in Okeechobee County, Florida, United States. The school belongs to the Okeechobee County School District.
Serving 1,741 students in grades 9-12, Okeechobee 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 38% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (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 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,741 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 78% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Okeechobee High School's student population of 1,741 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,741 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Okeechobee 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 Okeechobee High School is 0.61, 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
#2684 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
46%
37%
Black
7%
21%
White
42%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
78%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Brahman Bull
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Okeechobee High School's ranking?
Okeechobee High School is ranked #2684 out of 3,662 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?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Okeechobee High School?
The graduation rate of Okeechobee High School is 78%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Okeechobee High School?
1,741 students attend Okeechobee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Okeechobee High School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Okeechobee High School?
Okeechobee High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Okeechobee High School offer ?
Okeechobee High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Okeechobee High School part of?
Okeechobee High School is part of Okeechobee School District.
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