Tavares High School is a high school located in Tavares, Florida, United States, and is one of seven public high schools operated by Lake County Schools in Lake County, Florida. The school was built in 1926 and originally housed grades 9 and 10. In 1927, grades 11 and 12 were added, making it a true high school.
Serving 1,458 students in grades 9-12, Tavares 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 25% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower 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 51% 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: 1,458 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tavares High School's student population of 1,458 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,458 students
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Year Founded
1926
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tavares 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 Tavares High School is 0.66, 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
#3086 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
26%
38%
Black
19%
21%
White
49%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
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: Bulldog
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tavares High School's ranking?
Tavares High School is ranked #3086 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Tavares High School often compared to?
Tavares High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eustis High School, Mt. Dora High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tavares High School?
The graduation rate of Tavares High School is 89%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Tavares High School?
1,458 students attend Tavares High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Tavares High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tavares High School?
Tavares High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tavares High School offer ?
Tavares High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tavares High School part of?
Tavares High School is part of Lake School District.
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