Serving 2,326 students in grades 9-12, East Lake High School ranks in the top 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 44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). 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 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,326 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Lake High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
East Lake High School's student population of 2,326 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,326 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Lake High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Lake 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
#1352 out of 3655 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
16%
36%
Black
4%
21%
White
71%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Lake High School's ranking?
East Lake High School is ranked #1352 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are East Lake High School often compared to?
East Lake High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palm Harbor University High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Lake High School?
The graduation rate of East Lake High School is 99%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 89%.
How many students attend East Lake High School?
2,326 students attend East Lake High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of East Lake High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Lake High School?
East Lake High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does East Lake High School offer ?
East Lake High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is East Lake High School part of?
East Lake High School is part of Pinellas School District.
School Calendar
View the East Lake High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Last day of Quarter 4 & Semester 2
May 29, 2024 (Wednesday)
Teacher Work Day - Last day for Instructional Staff / 10 month Support Staff
May 30, 2024 (Thursday)
Labor Day - Schools closed for Staff and Students
September 02, 2024 (Monday)
Dr. Martin Luther King Day - Schools Closed for Students and Teachers
January 20, 2025 (Monday)
Labor Day - Schools closed for Staff and Students
September 01, 2025 (Monday)
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