Serving 268 students in grades 6-12, Pinecrest Lakes Middle/high Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 268 students
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pinecrest Lakes Middle/high Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Pinecrest Lakes Middle/high Academy's student population of 268 students has grown by 300% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 150% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
268 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Pinecrest Lakes Middle/high Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pinecrest Lakes Middle/high Academy is 0.61, 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
#321 out of 3704 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
33%
37%
Black
7%
21%
White
53%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pinecrest Lakes Middle/high Academy's ranking?
Pinecrest Lakes Middle/high Academy is ranked #321 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Pinecrest Lakes Middle/high Academy often compared to?
Pinecrest Lakes Middle/high Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Minneola High School, East Ridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Pinecrest Lakes Middle/high Academy?
268 students attend Pinecrest Lakes Middle/high Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Pinecrest Lakes Middle/high Academy students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Pinecrest Lakes Middle/high Academy offer ?
Pinecrest Lakes Middle/high Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pinecrest Lakes Middle/high Academy part of?
Pinecrest Lakes Middle/high Academy is part of Lake School District.
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