Lake Nona High School is a public high school in the Orange County Public Schools district of Orlando, Florida, United States. It was a relief school for Odyssey Middle School, Cypress Creek High School, and Oak Ridge High.
Serving 4,546 students in grades 9-12, Lake Nona High School ranks in the top 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 65% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 4,546 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Nona High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lake Nona High School's student population of 4,546 students has grown by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 182 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
4,546 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
182 teachers
Year Founded
2009
Colors
White, Navy Blue, Silver
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Nona 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 Lake Nona High School is 0.57, 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
#1369 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
61%
37%
Black
8%
21%
White
23%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
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: Lion
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Nona High School's ranking?
Lake Nona High School is ranked #1369 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
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 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lake Nona High School?
The graduation rate of Lake Nona High School is 99%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lake Nona High School?
4,546 students attend Lake Nona High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Lake Nona High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Nona High School?
Lake Nona High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lake Nona High School offer ?
Lake Nona High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Nona High School part of?
Lake Nona High School is part of Orange School District.
In what neighborhood is Lake Nona High School located?
Lake Nona High School is located in the Southeast Orlando neighborhood of Orlando, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in Southeast Orlando.
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