Sunlake High School is a public high school in Pasco County, Florida, located off Sunlake Boulevard and State Road 54 in Land O' Lakes, Florida. It is adjacent to Charles S. Rushe Middle School, both of which opened on August 20, 2007. Sunlake did not open with a senior class.
Serving 2,206 students in grades 9-12, Sunlake High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% 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: 2,206 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Sunlake High School serves the southwest part of Land O Lakes, FL, covering an attendance zone of approximately 38 square miles. Families typically experience a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 3.9 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 7.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunlake High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sunlake High School's student population of 2,206 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,206 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2007
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sunlake High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunlake High School is 0.60, 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
#1239 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
94%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Teal, Black, Gold
School Mascot
Seahawks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunlake High School's ranking?
Sunlake High School is ranked #1239 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Sunlake High School often compared to?
Sunlake High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Land O' Lakes High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sunlake High School?
The graduation rate of Sunlake High School is 94%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Sunlake High School?
2,206 students attend Sunlake High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Sunlake High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunlake High School?
Sunlake High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sunlake High School offer ?
Sunlake High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sunlake High School part of?
Sunlake High School is part of Pasco School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
My daughter is in 10th grade at Sunlake and is in her second year at this school. It is very well managed, teachers are great, and the facilities are spotless. I have nothing but positives to say about the school.
1 10/10/2025
This school has had so many issues with bullying and drug abuse that it''s ridiculous. People especially children deserve to be treated better as their early years shape their future.
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