Serving 276 students in grades 9-12, Island Park 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 46:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 276 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 46:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 10-14% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Island Park High School's student population of 276 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
276 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Island Park 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 Island Park High School is 0.49, 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
#3599 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
46:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
66%
37%
Black
3%
21%
White
28%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
10-14%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Island Park High School's ranking?
Island Park High School is ranked #3599 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Island Park High School?
The graduation rate of Island Park High School is 10-14%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Island Park High School?
276 students attend Island Park High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Island Park High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Island Park High School?
Island Park High School has a student ration of 46:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Island Park High School offer ?
Island Park High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Island Park High School part of?
Island Park High School is part of Lee School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
School Closed
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
School Reviews
5 8/18/2020
Island Park High School was a perfect fit for my daughter. She was able to go at her own pace and graduate early. Teacher-student ratio was good. She was able to get all the extra help she needed.
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