Serving 2,083 students in grades 9-12, Sunlake High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (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 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,083 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunlake High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sunlake High School's student population of 2,083 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,083 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sunlake High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunlake High School is 0.58, 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
#744 out of 3655 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
25%
36%
Black
6%
21%
White
60%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunlake High School's ranking?
Sunlake High School is ranked #744 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Sunlake High School often compared to?
Sunlake High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Land O' Lakes High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sunlake High School?
The graduation rate of Sunlake High School is 94%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 89%.
How many students attend Sunlake High School?
2,083 students attend Sunlake High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Sunlake High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sunlake High School?
Sunlake High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Sunlake High School offer ?
Sunlake High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sunlake High School part of?
Sunlake High School is part of Pasco School District.
School Reviews
1 1/13/2022
This school has had so many issues with bullying and drug abuse that it''s ridiculous. People especially children deserve to be treated better as their early years shape their future.
5 10/6/2012
My daughter is in 10th grade at Sunlake and is in her second year at this school. It is very well managed, teachers are great, and the facilities are spotless. I have nothing but positives to say about the school.
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