Serving 597 students in grades 9-12, Lorenzo Walker Technical High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Vocational school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 597 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lorenzo Walker Technical High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lorenzo Walker Technical High School's student population of 597 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
597 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lorenzo Walker Technical High School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lorenzo Walker Technical High School is 0.55, 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
#43 out of 3704 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
62%
37%
Black
21%
21%
White
15%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
11%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lorenzo Walker Technical High School's ranking?
Lorenzo Walker Technical High School is ranked #43 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lorenzo Walker Technical High School often compared to?
Lorenzo Walker Technical High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mason Classical Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lorenzo Walker Technical High School?
The graduation rate of Lorenzo Walker Technical High School is 95%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lorenzo Walker Technical High School?
597 students attend Lorenzo Walker Technical High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Lorenzo Walker Technical High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lorenzo Walker Technical High School?
Lorenzo Walker Technical High School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lorenzo Walker Technical High School offer ?
Lorenzo Walker Technical High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lorenzo Walker Technical High School part of?
Lorenzo Walker Technical High School is part of Collier School District.
In what neighborhood is Lorenzo Walker Technical High School located?
Lorenzo Walker Technical High School is located in the East Naples neighborhood of Naples, FL. There are 10 other public schools located in East Naples.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break - No School
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Spring Break - No School
March 10, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day for Students / Early Dismissal
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
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