Dr. Phillips High School is a public high school in Dr. Phillips, Florida, United States, near Orlando. It serves the Dr. Phillips census-designated place, the Bay Hill CDP, and the residential portion of Lake Buena Vista.
Serving 2,964 students in grades 8-12, Dr. Phillips 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 22% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 2,964 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dr. Phillips High serves the southwest part of Orlando, FL, covering an area of approximately 34.2 square miles, with most families typically driving 10-12 minutes to reach the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 3.5 miles, extending up to 8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dr. Phillips High School's student population of 2,964 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 129 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,964 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
129 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1987
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dr. Phillips High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. Phillips High School is 0.67, 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
#3014 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
43%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
36%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
15%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
95%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Carolina blue
School Mascot
Florida Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Phillips High School's ranking?
Dr. Phillips High School is ranked #3014 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Dr. Phillips High School often compared to?
Dr. Phillips High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Olympia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dr. Phillips High School?
The graduation rate of Dr. Phillips High School is 95%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Dr. Phillips High School?
2,964 students attend Dr. Phillips High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Dr. Phillips High School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr. Phillips High School?
Dr. Phillips High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dr. Phillips High School offer ?
Dr. Phillips High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr. Phillips High School part of?
Dr. Phillips High School is part of Orange School District.
In what neighborhood is Dr. Phillips High School located?
Dr. Phillips High School is located in the Southwest Orlando neighborhood of Orlando, FL. There are 17 other public schools located in Southwest Orlando.
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