Lyman High School is a public high school located in Longwood, Florida. The school, founded in 1924, has been consistently ranked among the best in the state by the Florida Department of Education.
Serving 2,026 students in grades 9-12, Lyman 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 32% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 63% 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: 2,026 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lyman High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Lyman High School's student population of 2,026 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 98 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,026 students
Total Classroom Teachers
98 teachers
Year Founded
1924
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lyman 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 Lyman High School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2231 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
36%
38%
Black
20%
21%
White
37%
34%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Greyhound
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lyman High School's ranking?
Lyman High School is ranked #2231 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lyman High School often compared to?
Lyman High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Brantley High School, Lake Mary High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lyman High School?
The graduation rate of Lyman High School is 97%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lyman High School?
2,026 students attend Lyman High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Lyman High School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lyman High School?
Lyman High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lyman High School offer ?
Lyman High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lyman High School part of?
Lyman High School is part of Seminole School District.
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