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Lennard High School

High School · HILLSBOROUGH

2002 E SHELL POINT RD, Ruskin, FL 33570

Enrollment

2,422

Student-Teacher

24:1

Score

5.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#2,387 of 3,778

In Ruskin

#4 of 7

public schools

In district

#151 of 286

HILLSBOROUGH

Academic growth

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Lennard High School

5.6/10

High School in Ruskin · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Lennard High School

Lennard High School is a public high school in Ruskin, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Lennard High School serves approximately 2,422 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 24:1 student-teacher ratio. Lennard High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,387 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Lennard High School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

What's said publicly about Lennard High School

Sources: School's website Wikipedia

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated April 2026.

Earl J. Lennard High School is a public high school located in Ruskin, Florida 2 . The school opened in 2006 to relieve overcrowding at East Bay High School in Gibsonton 2 . It is named after Dr. Earl J. Lennard, a former superintendent of Hillsborough County Public Schools 2 . The district, which serves over 218,000 students across more than 233 K-12 sites, reports a 90.9% graduation rate for the 2024-2025 school year, the highest in its history 1 . Hillsborough County Public Schools offers various accelerated academic opportunities, including Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, and Dual Enrollment programs 1 . The district also emphasizes Career and Technical Education, providing more than 400 unique CTE courses across its high schools 1 . Security measures include the deployment of Guardian-certified officers at elementary sites and law enforcement presence at middle and high schools in partnership with local agencies 1 .
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  1. www.sdhc.k12.fl.us
  2. en.wikipedia.org
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How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • FL avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

Lennard High School is a large school: 2,422 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.

Test scores at Lennard High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Lennard High School runs 24:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.25 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics4.0Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.5% (2024 FAST)
Reading vs. State Avg-8.1 pts
Overall Proficiency37% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected-14.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
College Readiness6.6Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate89%
AP Participation20.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio24:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,590
Chronic Absenteeism38.9%

Lennard High School — Students at Lennard High School score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

47%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 45.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 39.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
52.7% (2024 FAST)

Based on 27 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
65%
ELA
29%
2010
Math
61%
ELA
30%
2011
Math
24%
ELA
36%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
36%
2013
ELA
42%
2014
Math
41%
ELA
43%
2015
Math
39%
ELA
36%
2016
Math
63%
ELA
39%
2017
Math
46%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
30%
ELA
46%
2021*
Math
30%
ELA
46%
2024
ELA
44.5%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.3/10.

How Lennard High School Compares

See how Lennard High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
37th percentile in FL
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.4
Sports
23
10 boys' · 13 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
24:1 student-teacher ratio
101 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
38.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
20.3% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics23sports offered
10 boys'·13 girls'·23 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2002 E SHELL POINT RD, Ruskin, FL 33570

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lennard High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. RCMA WIMAUMA COMMUNITY ACADEMY (rated 9.2/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Wimauma), which scores notably higher. Another option is DOROTHY C YORK PK-8 MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Apollo Beach), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LITERACY LEADERSHIP TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY SOUTH BAY (rated 7.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ruskin, see our Ruskin schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.7 mi
School Distance Rating
THOMPSON ELEMENTARY Ruskin 0.2 mi 6.9
LITERACY LEADERSHIP TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY SOUTH BAY Ruskin 0.8 mi 7.8
SLAM ACADEMY AT APOLLO BEACH Apollo Beach 1.8 mi 6.4
RUSKIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ruskin 1.8 mi 3.3
SHIELDS MIDDLE SCHOOL Ruskin 2.5 mi 3.6
CYPRESS CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ruskin 2.5 mi 6.5
RUSKIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ruskin 2.6 mi 7.3
DOROTHY C YORK PK-8 MAGNET SCHOOL Apollo Beach 3.4 mi 8.8
APOLLO BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Apollo Beach 3.7 mi 7.8
WATERSET CHARTER SCHOOL Apollo Beach 4.0 mi 6.1
DOBY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Apollo Beach 4.6 mi 5.0
RCMA WIMAUMA COMMUNITY ACADEMY Wimauma 4.8 mi 9.2
BELMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sun City Center 5.0 mi 6.9
EISENHOWER MIDDLE SCHOOL Gibsonton 5.5 mi 2.3
CORR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gibsonton 5.5 mi 4.8
EISENHOWER EXCEPTIONAL CENTER Gibsonton 5.5 mi
EAST BAY HIGH SCHOOL Gibsonton 5.6 mi 5.3
REDDICK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wimauma 5.1 mi 4.8
SOUTH COUNTY CAREER CENTER Ruskin 5.4 mi 5.3
CREEKSIDE CHARTER ACADEMY Riverview 5.7 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33570 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,048

Median Home Value

$255,400

Median Rent

$1,217/mo

Population

33,676

College Educated

22.4%

Homeownership

74.7%

Avg Commute

32.5 min

Poverty Rate

12.2%

Median Age

36.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lennard High School

What grades does Lennard High School serve?

Lennard High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Lennard High School?

Lennard High School has an enrollment of approximately 2,422 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lennard High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lennard High School is 24:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lennard High School rank in FL?

Lennard High School ranks #2,387 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Lennard High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lennard High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Lennard High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lennard High School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Lennard High School a charter school?

No, Lennard High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lennard High School a Title I school?

No, Lennard High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lennard High School?

47.0% of students at Lennard High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,422
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
Teachers (FTE)
101
Free/Reduced Lunch
47.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hillsborough County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
38.9%
4-Year Graduation
89.0%

District

HILLSBOROUGH
District Enrollment
224,152
Schools in District
305
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,590
District Rank
#151 of 286

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