East Ridge High School is a school in Clermont, Florida and one of eight public high schools in Lake County. East Ridge is the largest school in Lake County. There are 2,486 students enrolled as of December 2019.
Serving 2,757 students in grades 9-12, East Ridge 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 37% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% 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: 2,757 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Ridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
East Ridge High School's student population of 2,757 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 121 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,757 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
121 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Ridge High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Ridge 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
#2381 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
39%
37%
Black
16%
21%
White
36%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Knights
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Ridge High School's ranking?
East Ridge High School is ranked #2381 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are East Ridge High School often compared to?
East Ridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Minneola High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Ridge High School?
The graduation rate of East Ridge High School is 96%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend East Ridge High School?
2,757 students attend East Ridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of East Ridge High School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Ridge High School?
East Ridge High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Ridge High School offer ?
East Ridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Ridge High School part of?
East Ridge High School is part of Lake School District.
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