Universal Education Center serves 24 students in grades 10-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Universal Education Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Universal Education Center's student population of 24 students has grown by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
24 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Universal Education Center is 0.68, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)<50%
53%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
17:1
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
42%
38%
Black
21%
21%
White
33%
34%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
33.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Universal Education Center?
The graduation rate of Universal Education Center is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Universal Education Center?
24 students attend Universal Education Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Universal Education Center students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Universal Education Center?
Universal Education Center has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Universal Education Center offer ?
Universal Education Center offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Universal Education Center part of?
Universal Education Center is part of Orange School District.
In what neighborhood is Universal Education Center located?
Universal Education Center is located in the Southwest Orlando neighborhood of Orlando, FL. There are 17 other public schools located in Southwest Orlando.
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