East Lake High School is a public high school serving students from grades 9–12 located in Tarpon Springs, Florida, and is part of the Pinellas County Schools. It has a 99% graduation rate which ranks it among the most graduating schools in the state of Florida.
Serving 1,980 students in grades 9-12, East Lake 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 55% (which is higher 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 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,980 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 10% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Lake High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
East Lake High School's student population of 1,980 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,980 students
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Year Founded
1987
Colors
Blue and Silver
School Motto
Our students S.O.A.R. to success each and every day!
School Rankings
East Lake 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 East Lake High School is 0.48, 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
#1116 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
17%
38%
Black
4%
21%
White
70%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Lake High School's ranking?
East Lake High School is ranked #1116 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are East Lake High School often compared to?
East Lake High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palm Harbor University High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% 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 East Lake High School?
The graduation rate of East Lake High School is 98%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend East Lake High School?
1,980 students attend East Lake High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of East Lake High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Lake High School?
East Lake High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Lake High School offer ?
East Lake High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Lake High School part of?
East Lake High School is part of Pinellas School District.
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