Lemon Bay High School is a public high school located in Englewood, Florida, USA. It serves grades nine to twelve and is operated by Charlotte County Public Schools.
Serving 1,346 students in grades 9-12, Lemon Bay 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 41% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (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 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,346 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lemon Bay High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lemon Bay High School's student population of 1,346 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,346 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Year Founded
1972
Colors
Navy Blue, Orange
School Rankings
Lemon Bay High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lemon Bay High School is 0.34, 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
#2263 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
13%
37%
Black
2%
21%
White
80%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Manta Ray 75px
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lemon Bay High School's ranking?
Lemon Bay High School is ranked #2263 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lemon Bay High School often compared to?
Lemon Bay High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Port Charlotte High School, Charlotte High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lemon Bay High School?
The graduation rate of Lemon Bay High School is 97%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lemon Bay High School?
1,346 students attend Lemon Bay High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Lemon Bay High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lemon Bay High School?
Lemon Bay High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lemon Bay High School offer ?
Lemon Bay High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lemon Bay High School part of?
Lemon Bay High School is part of Charlotte School District.
In what neighborhood is Lemon Bay High School located?
Lemon Bay High School is located in the Englewood South neighborhood of Englewood, FL.
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