Serving 2,435 students in grades 9-12, Lakewood Ranch High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher 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 29% 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: 2,435 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakewood Ranch High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lakewood Ranch High School's student population of 2,435 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,435 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lakewood Ranch 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 Lakewood Ranch High School is 0.47, 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
#1282 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
17%
37%
Black
5%
21%
White
71%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
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 Lakewood Ranch High School's ranking?
Lakewood Ranch High School is ranked #1282 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lakewood Ranch High School often compared to?
Lakewood Ranch High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Braden River High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lakewood Ranch High School?
The graduation rate of Lakewood Ranch High School is 94%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lakewood Ranch High School?
2,435 students attend Lakewood Ranch High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Lakewood Ranch High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakewood Ranch High School?
Lakewood Ranch High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lakewood Ranch High School offer ?
Lakewood Ranch High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lakewood Ranch High School part of?
Lakewood Ranch High School is part of Manatee School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break (No School)
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break (No School)
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day Students
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
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