Serving 1,500 students in grades 9-12, Mt. Dora 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 49% (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 22:1 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 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,500 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: MT. DORA HIGH SCHOOL serves the eastern part of Mount Dora, FL, covering an area of approximately 66 square miles. Students typically have a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 14.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mt. Dora High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mt. Dora High School's student population of 1,500 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,500 students
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
School Rankings
Mt. Dora 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 Mt. Dora 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
#1989 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
31%
38%
Black
12%
21%
White
50%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hurricanes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mt. Dora High School's ranking?
Mt. Dora High School is ranked #1989 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Mt. Dora High School often compared to?
Mt. Dora High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eustis High School, Tavares High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% 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 Mt. Dora High School?
The graduation rate of Mt. Dora High School is 97%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mt. Dora High School?
1,500 students attend Mt. Dora High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Mt. Dora High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mt. Dora High School?
Mt. Dora High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mt. Dora High School offer ?
Mt. Dora High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mt. Dora High School part of?
Mt. Dora High School is part of Lake School District.
School Calendar
View the Mt. Dora High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
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