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 2,192 students in grades 9-12, Sunlake High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (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 22:1 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 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,192 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- 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 2,192 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,192 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Year Founded
2007
Colors
Black, Teal, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sunlake High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 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
#977 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
26%
37%
Black
7%
21%
White
57%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
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: Seahawks
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunlake High School's ranking?
Sunlake High School is ranked #977 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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?
63% 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 87%.
How many students attend Sunlake High School?
2,192 students attend Sunlake High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Sunlake High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 7% 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 22:1, 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
1 1/13/2022
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.
5 10/6/2012
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.
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