Serving 3,369 students in grades 9-12, Winter Park High School ranks in the top 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 48% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher 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 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,369 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winter Park High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Winter Park High School's student population of 3,369 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 154 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,369 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
154 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Winter Park 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 Winter Park High School is 0.65, 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
#1500 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
33%
37%
Black
9%
21%
White
48%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winter Park High School's ranking?
Winter Park High School is ranked #1500 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Winter Park High School?
The graduation rate of Winter Park High School is 98%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Winter Park High School?
3,369 students attend Winter Park High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Winter Park High School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Winter Park High School?
Winter Park High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Winter Park High School offer ?
Winter Park High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Winter Park High School part of?
Winter Park High School is part of Orange School District.
School Calendar
View the Winter Park High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Presidents' Day/Teacher Non-Work Day Schools Closed/District Offices Open
February 17, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break Schools Closed/District Offices Open
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
End of Fourth Marking Period/ Last Day of School
May 28, 2025 (Wednesday)
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