Lake Region High School is a public high school located in Eagle Lake, Florida. It is operated by Polk County Public Schools, the countywide public school district. Lake Region High School opened August 14, 1995. Current enrollment is nearly 2000, with the senior class enrollment just over 300.
Serving 1,568 students in grades 9-12, Lake Region 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 13% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (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 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,568 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: 74% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Region High School serves the northwest part of the Eagle Lake, FL area, encompassing approximately 57.4 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of about 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located around 8.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake Region High School's student population of 1,568 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,568 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
School Motto
Alma Mater to thee we sing, as our voices raise. Spirit, pride and loyalty to our school we praise.
School Rankings
Lake Region 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 Region 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
#3527 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
48%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
29%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
20%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
74%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
5%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue & Gray
School Mascot
Horse
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Region High School's ranking?
Lake Region High School is ranked #3527 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lake Region High School often compared to?
Lake Region High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Winter Haven Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lake Region High School?
The graduation rate of Lake Region High School is 74%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Lake Region High School?
1,568 students attend Lake Region High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Lake Region High School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Region High School?
Lake Region High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lake Region High School offer ?
Lake Region High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Region High School part of?
Lake Region High School is part of Polk School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Very good school with great academic teachers!
5 10/10/2025
I am a former student. I attended Lake Region from 1995-1999. I miss it so much, the staff was awesome and we had the best students around. I highly recommend this school to anyone with a student about to go into high school, or as a transfer. There is bad in all schools, so don't let the other negative comments scare ya away. I give 100% thanks to the staff that was there when I was, I say because of there care and devotion they helped me prepare myself so that I am where I am today. I own a multi million dollar company in polk county and steady growing. They prepared me for the business world. Thank you
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