Serving 3,202 students in grades 9-12, Dr. Phillips 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 22% (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 24:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,202 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr. Phillips High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Dr. Phillips High School's student population of 3,202 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 135 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,202 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
135 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dr. Phillips 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 Dr. Phillips High School 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#3005 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
43%
37%
Black
33%
21%
White
18%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Phillips High School's ranking?
Dr. Phillips High School is ranked #3005 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Dr. Phillips High School often compared to?
Dr. Phillips High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Olympia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% 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 Dr. Phillips High School?
The graduation rate of Dr. Phillips High School is 96%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Dr. Phillips High School?
3,202 students attend Dr. Phillips High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Dr. Phillips High School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr. Phillips High School?
Dr. Phillips High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dr. Phillips High School offer ?
Dr. Phillips High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Dr. Phillips High School part of?
Dr. Phillips High School is part of Orange School District.
In what neighborhood is Dr. Phillips High School located?
Dr. Phillips High School is located in the Southwest Orlando neighborhood of Orlando, FL. There are 17 other public schools located in Southwest Orlando.
School Calendar
View the Dr. Phillips 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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