Serving 296 students in grades 7-12, Island Park 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 42:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 42:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: 30-34% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Island Park High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Island Park High School's student population of 296 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
296 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Finish School. Accelerate Your Future.
School Rankings
Island Park 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 Island Park 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
#3558 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
42:1
17:1
Hispanic
68%
38%
Black
4%
21%
White
25%
34%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
30-34%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
33.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Island Park High School's ranking?
Island Park High School is ranked #3558 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Island Park High School?
The graduation rate of Island Park High School is 30-34%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Island Park High School?
296 students attend Island Park High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Island Park High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Island Park High School?
Island Park High School has a student ration of 42:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Island Park High School offer ?
Island Park High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Island Park High School part of?
Island Park High School is part of Lee School District.
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