Below Average
#3155 of 3,778 schools in FL
Tavares High School
High School · LAKE
603 N NEW HAMPSHIRE AVE, Tavares, FL 32778
Enrollment
1,488
Student-Teacher
23.2:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,488
Student-Teacher
23.2:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,155 of 3,778
In Tavares
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#42 of 50
LAKE
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Tavares High School
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About Tavares High School
Tavares High School is a public high school in Tavares, FL, part of LAKE. Tavares High School serves approximately 1,488 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 23.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Tavares High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,155 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Tavares High School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Tavares High School runs 23.2:1 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.
64% of students at Tavares 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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Tavares High School — Students at Tavares High School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
39.2%
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: 3.8/10.
How Tavares High School Compares
See how Tavares 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
603 N NEW HAMPSHIRE AVE, Tavares, FL 32778
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tavares High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. GATEWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Mount Dora), which scores notably higher. Another option is LAKE VIRTUAL FRANCHISE (rated 6.6/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Eustis), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PINECREST ACADEMY TAVARES (rated 6.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tavares, see our Tavares schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NONSCHOOL EXCEPTIONAL EDUCATION Tavares | 0.3 mi | — |
| NON SCHOOL PK Tavares | 0.3 mi | — |
| LAKE COUNTY ACER PROGRAM Tavares | 0.4 mi | — |
| TAVARES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tavares | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| LIBERTY CHRISTIAN PREP SCHOOL Tavares | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| PINECREST ACADEMY TAVARES Tavares | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| TAVARES MIDDLE SCHOOL Tavares | 2.6 mi | 4.6 |
| ADVENTURE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tavares | 3.0 mi | — |
| LAKE VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM Eustis | 3.2 mi | — |
| LAKE VIRTUAL FRANCHISE Eustis | 3.2 mi | 6.6 |
| FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Eustis | 3.2 mi | 6.0 |
| EUSTIS HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Eustis | 3.3 mi | 5.8 |
| TRIANGLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mount Dora | 3.2 mi | 4.8 |
| MILESTONES COMMUNITY SCHOOL OF LAKE COUNTY Leesburg | 3.6 mi | — |
| TREADWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Leesburg | 4.1 mi | 5.5 |
| CREATE CONSERVATORY Leesburg | 4.1 mi | — |
| EUSTIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Eustis | 4.4 mi | 5.3 |
| EUSTIS HIGH SCHOOL Eustis | 4.4 mi | 5.2 |
| CHOSEN GENERATION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY - OSCEOLA Eustis | 5.3 mi | 5.9 |
| GATEWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mount Dora | 4.8 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32778 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,815
Median Home Value
$241,500
Median Rent
$1,384/mo
Population
25,099
College Educated
25.1%
Homeownership
78.1%
Avg Commute
26.7 min
Poverty Rate
9.4%
Median Age
53.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AMOS P. GODBY HIGH SCHOOL Tallahassee, FL | 4.5 |
| BOOKER T. WASHINGTON SENIOR HIGH Miami, FL | 4.5 |
| COCOA HIGH SCHOOL Cocoa, FL | 4.5 |
| DESOTO COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Arcadia, FL | 4.5 |
| DUNNELLON HIGH SCHOOL Dunnellon, FL | 4.5 |
| ENGLEWOOD HIGH SCHOOL Jacksonville, FL | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tavares High School
What grades does Tavares High School serve?
Tavares High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Tavares High School?
Tavares High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,488 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tavares High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Tavares High School is 23.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tavares High School rank in FL?
Tavares High School ranks #3,155 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Tavares High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Tavares High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Tavares High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tavares High School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Tavares High School a charter school?
No, Tavares High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tavares High School a Title I school?
No, Tavares High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tavares High School?
39.2% of students at Tavares 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
- 1,488
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 64
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 39.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Lake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 63.6%
- Phone
- (352) 343-3007
- 4-Year Graduation
- 94.0%
Resources & Links
District
LAKE- District Enrollment
- 48,285
- Schools in District
- 61
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,770
- District Rank
- #42 of 50
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