Serving 1,618 students in grades 9-12, Leesburg 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 24% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,618 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leesburg High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Leesburg High School's student population of 1,618 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,618 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Leesburg 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 Leesburg 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
#3167 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
20%
36%
Black
30%
21%
White
41%
36%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leesburg High School's ranking?
Leesburg High School is ranked #3167 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Leesburg High School often compared to?
Leesburg High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tavares High School, Eustis High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Leesburg High School?
The graduation rate of Leesburg High School is 87%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 89%.
How many students attend Leesburg High School?
1,618 students attend Leesburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Leesburg High School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leesburg High School?
Leesburg High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Leesburg High School offer ?
Leesburg High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Leesburg High School part of?
Leesburg High School is part of Lake School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of Classes
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
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