At a glance
Reported students
2,974
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
118
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
25.2:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Florida high enrollment
97th percentile
Compared with 888 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
615
Lake Nona High: 2,974 reported students.
State peer staffing position
78th percentile
25.2:1 reported; state peer median 21.6:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 3,929
- Teachers (FTE)
- 171
- Student–teacher ratio
- 23:1
What the reported data says about Lake Nona High
Lake Nona High is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Orlando. It is one of 275 current school records connected to Orange. NCES reports 2,974 students for 2024–25.
Among 888 high schools in Florida with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 743.5 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 97th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 25.2:1, above the Florida median of 21.6:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (61.7%) and White (22.4%). English learners represent 10.4% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 6.4%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming. The school reported 28 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Lake Nona High
- 1How do the reported 25.2:1 student–teacher ratio and 118 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 11 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 10.4%
- Students with disabilities
- 6.4%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 14.5%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 11
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White22.4%
- Hispanic61.7%
- Black6.7%
- Asian6.9%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.1%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.2%
- Multiracial2.1%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
28 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Orange
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Dr. Phillips High
High · Grades 09–12
2,964 reported students
Olympia High
High · Grades 09–12
2,901 reported students
Cypress Creek High
High · Grades 09–12
3,127 reported students
West Orange High
High · Grades 09–12
2,752 reported students
Windermere High
High · Grades 09–12
3,217 reported students
Colonial High
High · Grades 09–12
3,239 reported students
Public schools near Lake Nona High
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tohopekaliga High School High · Osceola | 09–12 | 2,929 | 4.3 mi |
| Mater Academy Narcoossee High School High · Charter · Orange | 09–12 | 185 | 4.4 mi |
| Innovation High High · Orange | 09–12 | 1,753 | 4.8 mi |
| Cypress Creek High High · Orange | 09–12 | 3,127 | 8.1 mi |
| Professional & Technical High School High · Osceola | 09–12 | 544 | 8.5 mi |
| Osceola Technical College Kissimmee Campus High · Osceola | 09–12 | 0 | 8.5 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Lake Nona High
What grades does Lake Nona High serve?
Lake Nona High reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Orange.
How many students attend Lake Nona High?
Lake Nona High reported 2,974 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 97th percentile among 888 Florida high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 3,929 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Lake Nona High?
The calculated ratio is 25.2:1, based on 2,974 students and 118 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Florida median for the same school level is 21.6:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Lake Nona High a public, charter, or magnet school?
Lake Nona High is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Orange attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Lake Nona High students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
14.5% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Lake Nona High in?
Lake Nona High is part of Orange, based in Orlando, FL, which operates 275 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Lake Nona High?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Tohopekaliga High School (4.3 mi), Mater Academy Narcoossee High School (4.4 mi), Innovation High (4.8 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.