Serving 1,985 students in grades 9-12, Lakeland Senior 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 28% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,985 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Lakeland Senior High School serves the west part of its district in Lakeland, FL, covering an area of approximately 16.1 square miles. Families within this attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 4.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lakeland Senior High School's student population of 1,985 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 103 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,985 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
103 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1898
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lakeland Senior 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 Lakeland Senior High School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2375 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
30%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
25%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
39%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
88%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
3%
4%
Showing 2007–2016. View full 18-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Orange & Black
School Mascot
Dreadnaughts
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeland Senior High School's ranking?
Lakeland Senior High School is ranked #2375 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lakeland Senior High School often compared to?
Lakeland Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George W. Jenkins Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lakeland Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Lakeland Senior High School is 88%, which is equal to the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Lakeland Senior High School?
1,985 students attend Lakeland Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Lakeland Senior High School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakeland Senior High School?
Lakeland Senior High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lakeland Senior High School offer ?
Lakeland Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakeland Senior High School part of?
Lakeland Senior High School is part of Polk School District.
In what neighborhood is Lakeland Senior High School located?
Lakeland Senior High School is located in the Lake Horney neighborhood of Lakeland, FL.
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