Serving 2,000 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 24:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,000 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Edgewater High serves the northwest part of Orlando, FL, covering an area of approximately 25.3 square miles. Most students typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.5 miles away.
- 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 2,000 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,000 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1952
School Calendar
Campus Size
52 acres
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 0.65, 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%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
51%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
23%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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
97%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Edgewater Eagle
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 #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 88%.
How many students attend Edgewater High School?
2,000 students attend Edgewater High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Edgewater High School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 3% 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 24:1, 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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