Lake Mary High School is a public high school located in Seminole County, Florida, operating under Seminole County Public Schools. It was opened in 1981.
Serving 2,684 students in grades 9-12, Lake Mary 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 33% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,684 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Mary High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lake Mary High School's student population of 2,684 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 130 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,684 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
130 teachers
Year Founded
1981
Colors
Scarlet, Silver
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering RamNation to Be Responsible, Be Respectful, Be Engaged, and Be the Change we hope to see in the world.
School Rankings
Lake Mary 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 Lake Mary High School is 0.64, 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
#2106 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
31%
37%
Black
12%
21%
White
50%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Mary High School's ranking?
Lake Mary High School is ranked #2106 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lake Mary High School often compared to?
Lake Mary High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Seminole High School, Lake Brantley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lake Mary High School?
The graduation rate of Lake Mary High School is 92%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lake Mary High School?
2,684 students attend Lake Mary High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Lake Mary High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Mary High School?
Lake Mary High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lake Mary High School offer ?
Lake Mary High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Mary High School part of?
Lake Mary High School is part of Seminole School District.
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