Edgewater High School is a public secondary school located in the College Park section of Orlando, Florida. It is operated by the Orange County Public Schools system. The athletic teams are known as the 'Fighting Eagles' with colors red and white.
Serving 2,011 students in grades 9-12, Edgewater 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 23% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (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 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,011 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edgewater High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Edgewater High School's student population of 2,011 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,011 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Year Founded
1952
School Calendar
School Motto
We are Committed to Excellence through integrity, pride, and tradition.
School Rankings
Edgewater 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 Edgewater High School is 0.66, 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
#2960 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
20%
37%
Black
49%
21%
White
25%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Edgewater Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edgewater High School's ranking?
Edgewater High School is ranked #2960 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Edgewater High School often compared to?
Edgewater High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Winter Park High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Edgewater High School?
The graduation rate of Edgewater High School is 97%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Edgewater High School?
2,011 students attend Edgewater High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Edgewater High School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edgewater High School?
Edgewater High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Edgewater High School offer ?
Edgewater High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Edgewater High School part of?
Edgewater High School is part of Orange School District.
In what neighborhood is Edgewater High School located?
Edgewater High School is located in the College Park neighborhood of Orlando, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in College Park.
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