Serving 1,993 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 14% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (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 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,993 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 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
Diversity
School Overview
Edgewater High School's student population of 1,993 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,993 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Edgewater High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edgewater 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
#2878 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
18%
36%
Black
48%
21%
White
27%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edgewater High School's ranking?
Edgewater High School is ranked #2878 out of 3,655 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, Apopka High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 46% 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 99%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 89%.
How many students attend Edgewater High School?
1,993 students attend Edgewater High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Edgewater High School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% 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 16:1.
What grades does Edgewater High School offer ?
Edgewater High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
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.
School Calendar
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Date
End of Fourth Marking Period / Last Day of School
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
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