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#2753 of 3,778 schools in FL
Mt. Dora High School
High School · LAKE
700 N HIGHLAND ST, Mount Dora, FL 32757
Enrollment
1,412
Student-Teacher
21.7:1
Score
5.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,412
Student-Teacher
21.7:1
Score
5.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,753 of 3,778
In Mount Dora
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#34 of 50
LAKE
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About Mt. Dora High School
Mt. Dora High School is a public high school in Mount Dora, FL, part of LAKE. Mt.
Dora High School serves approximately 1,412 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 21.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Mt. Dora High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,753 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Mt. Dora High School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Mt. Dora High School runs 21.7:1 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.
43% of students at Mt. Dora High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Mt. Dora High School — Students at Mt. Dora High School score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
30.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 27 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 4.2/10.
How Mt. Dora High School Compares
See how Mt. Dora High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
700 N HIGHLAND ST, Mount Dora, FL 32757
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mt. Dora High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. EUSTIS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.2/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Eustis), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ALEE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 4.4/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Eustis), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Mount Dora, see our Mount Dora schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MONTESSORI AT ROSEBOROUGH Mount Dora | 0.2 mi | 4.7 |
| MT. DORA MIDDLE SCHOOL Mount Dora | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| MONTESSORI AT ROSEBOROUGH Mount Dora | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| DBA MOUNT DORA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mount Dora | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| GATEWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mount Dora | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| TANGERINE SCHOOLHOUSE Mount Dora | 2.8 mi | — |
| TRIANGLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mount Dora | 2.5 mi | 4.8 |
| ROUND LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mount Dora | 2.5 mi | 9.6 |
| FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Eustis | 3.3 mi | 6.0 |
| EUSTIS HIGH SCHOOL Eustis | 3.8 mi | 5.2 |
| EUSTIS MIDDLE SCHOOL Eustis | 4.0 mi | 3.4 |
| LAKE VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM Eustis | 3.9 mi | — |
| LAKE VIRTUAL FRANCHISE Eustis | 3.9 mi | 6.6 |
| EUSTIS HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Eustis | 4.1 mi | 5.8 |
| EUSTIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Eustis | 4.2 mi | 5.3 |
| LIBERTY CHRISTIAN PREP SCHOOL Tavares | 4.2 mi | 5.7 |
| HAMPDEN DUBOSE ACADEMY Zellwood | 4.6 mi | 5.8 |
| PINECREST ACADEMY TAVARES Tavares | 4.6 mi | 6.4 |
| ZELLWOOD ELEMENTARY Zellwood | 5.1 mi | 6.6 |
| ALEE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Eustis | 5.4 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32757 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,327
Median Home Value
$325,800
Median Rent
$1,474/mo
Population
32,712
College Educated
35.9%
Homeownership
74.7%
Avg Commute
28.7 min
Poverty Rate
12.2%
Median Age
45.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BALDWIN MIDDLE-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Baldwin, FL | 5.1 |
| COUNTRYSIDE HIGH SCHOOL Clearwater, FL | 5.1 |
| CRYSTAL RIVER HIGH SCHOOL Crystal River, FL | 5.1 |
| DUNBAR HIGH SCHOOL Fort Myers, FL | 5.1 |
| EASTSIDE HIGH SCHOOL Gainesville, FL | 5.1 |
| HERNANDO HIGH SCHOOL Brooksville, FL | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mt. Dora High School
What grades does Mt. Dora High School serve?
Mt. Dora High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Mt. Dora High School?
Mt. Dora High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,412 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mt. Dora High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mt. Dora High School is 21.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mt. Dora High School rank in FL?
Mt. Dora High School ranks #2,753 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Mt. Dora High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mt. Dora High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Mt. Dora High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mt. Dora High School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mt. Dora High School a charter school?
No, Mt. Dora High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mt. Dora High School a Title I school?
No, Mt. Dora High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mt. Dora High School?
30.6% of students at Mt. Dora 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,412
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 65
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 30.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Lake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.6%
- Phone
- (352) 383-2177
- 4-Year Graduation
- 97.0%
Resources & Links
District
LAKE- District Enrollment
- 48,285
- Schools in District
- 61
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,770
- District Rank
- #34 of 50
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