Serving 2,169 students in grades 9-12, South Lake 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 31% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% 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: 2,169 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Lake High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
South Lake High School's student population of 2,169 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,169 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Lake 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 South Lake High School is 0.69, 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
#2964 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
37%
37%
Black
17%
21%
White
39%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Lake High School's ranking?
South Lake High School is ranked #2964 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are South Lake High School often compared to?
South Lake High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Minneola High School, East Ridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Lake High School?
The graduation rate of South Lake High School is 92%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend South Lake High School?
2,169 students attend South Lake High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of South Lake High School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Lake High School?
South Lake High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Lake High School offer ?
South Lake High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South Lake High School part of?
South Lake High School is part of Lake School District.
School Reviews
5 1/14/2014
This is an excellent school. They treat everyone the same. Majority of the students there are friendly. If you want to go to college, this school doesn't sleep until you are accepted in to one.
Although the food is terrible like all the other schools, they make sure there is a way to get great food.
5 1/18/2013
South Lake High School is a friendly school, however, the administration does need to be worked on, for they have very negative attitudes toward students, and parents.
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