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Pinecrest Lakes Middle/High Academy

Q: Is Pinecrest Lakes Middle/High Academy a good school?

Pinecrest Lakes Middle/High Academy ranks 96 th of 838 Florida high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

Public, Charter Grades 6-12

96^th

SchoolDigger Rank ?

of 838 Florida High Schools

Better than 89% of Florida high schools

Summary

Pinecrest Lakes Middle/High Academy in Clermont, FL, is a small, high-performing public school serving just 262 students in grades 6 through 12, and it consistently ranks among the top schools in the state. This school is a true standout within the Lake district, achieving a state rank in the 89th percentile and earning a 5-star rating in three of the last four years. Its academic results are exceptional, with proficiency rates in Algebra 1 (69%), Geometry (80%), and 9th Grade ELA (86%) far exceeding district averages. In stark contrast, nearby East Ridge High School, located less than a mile away, scored only 23% proficient in Algebra 1 and 58% in 9th Grade ELA, highlighting Pinecrest Lakes' unique position as a "pocket of excellence."

One of the most striking differentiators is the school's incredibly low chronic absenteeism rate of just 11.6%, which is over four times lower than its neighbors like East Ridge High (51.7%) and Lake Minneola High School (46.1%). This low rate is a powerful indicator of high student engagement and a strong, supportive school community, which is often easier to foster in a small, focused environment. Despite having a moderate free/reduced lunch rate similar to these larger schools, Pinecrest Lakes achieves vastly superior results, suggesting its environment and instructional approach are highly effective. The school also boasts a very high graduation rate, significantly outperforming both district and state averages.

Interestingly, Pinecrest Lakes achieves these top-tier results despite a high student-teacher ratio of 52.4:1, which defies conventional educational wisdom. This unique characteristic may point to a highly motivated student body, a focus on independent learning, or an innovative use of technology. When compared to other high-performing small schools like Legacy High Charter in Orange County, Pinecrest Lakes still outperforms in key areas like Algebra 1 (69% vs. 47%) and has a significantly lower chronic absenteeism rate (11.6% vs. 20.8%). For parents seeking a school where their child can thrive academically in a close-knit, engaging environment, Pinecrest Lakes Middle/High Academy is an exceptional choice.

262

Students ?

52.4

Student/teacher ratio ?

$9,828

Per pupil spending ?

22.5%

Free/discounted lunch ?

1250 N Hancock Rd
Clermont, FL 34711

(352) 508-7610

District: Lake

Racial breakdown:

White:

49.2%

Hispanic:

35.1%

African American:

7.3%

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At a glance

▬ Ranking trend: Holding steady — 89th percentile in 2021 → 89th in 2026

Strengths

✓Test scores above the Florida average (80% vs 64% meeting standards)

✓Ranks in the top 11% of Florida high schools

✓99% graduate in 4 years — above the Florida average (92%)

Worth a look

!Large classes — about 52 students per teacher

Students meeting standards (2025-2026) ?

This school80%

District avg61%

Florida avg64%

96^th of 838

Florida public high schools ?

Top 11%▼ down 1 pts since 2021

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★★★★★

SchoolDigger rating ?

1^st of 11High Schools in the Lake

32^nd of 70Lake among Florida districts

Statewide rank percentile over time (100 = the top-ranked school in the state; click a legend item to add a student group)

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All Students

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Florida percentile	Rating
2026	76.1	96 of 838	88.5%	★★★★☆
2025	80.9	69 of 844	91.8%	★★★★★
2024	81.2	61 of 807	92.4%	★★★★★
2023	82.7	57 of 792	92.8%	★★★★★
2022	81.9	59 of 774	92.4%	★★★★★
2021	76.6	79 of 746	89.4%	★★★★☆

By subject vs Florida (2025-2026) ?

Biology 188%+14 vs state

English Language Arts82%+21 vs state

Geometry80%+24 vs state

US History75%~ state avg

Algebra 169%+6 vs state

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2026)				Ranking (2025)				FAST English Language Arts (2026)		EOC Algebra 1 (2026)	EOC Geometry (2026)	EOC Biology 1 (2026)	EOC US History (2026)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2025)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2026)	Statewide Rank (2026)	State Percentile (2026)	SchoolDigger Rating (2026)	Average Standard Score (2025)	Statewide Rank (2025)	State Percentile (2025)	Rank Change from Previous Year	FAST English Language Arts 9th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 10th Grade	EOC Algebra 1 End of Course	EOC Geometry End of Course	EOC Biology 1 End of Course	EOC US History End of Course	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Pinecrest Lakes Middle/High Academy	Public, Charter	6-12	1250 N Hancock Rd	Clermont	34711	Lake County	Lake	Yes	No	No	No	(352) 508-7610	262	5	52.4	22.5%	129 (49.2%)	19 (7.3%)	92 (35.1%)	9 (3.4%)	3 (1.1%)	1 (0.4%)	9 (3.4%)	76.1	96^th of 838 public high schools	88.5%		80.9	69^th of 844 public high schools	91.8%	27	86.0	78.0	69.0	80.0	88.0	75.0	$9,828	$274	$9,554
East Ridge High School	Public	9-12	13322 Excalibur Rd	Clermont	34711	Lake County	Lake	No	No	No	No	(352) 242-2080	2,683	119	22.5	23.8%	970 (36.2%)	419 (15.6%)	1,041 (38.8%)	96 (3.6%)	19 (0.7%)	9 (0.3%)	129 (4.8%)	50.8	330^th of 838 public high schools	60.6%		53.2	292^nd of 844 public high schools	65.4%	38	58.0	58.0	23.0	52.0	83.0	81.0	$8,877	$350	$8,527
Lake Minneola High School	Public	9-12	101 N Hancock Rd	Minneola	34715	Lake County	Lake	No	No	No	No	(352) 394-9600	2,309	103	22.5	21.4%	996 (43.1%)	313 (13.6%)	780 (33.8%)	94 (4.1%)	22 (1.0%)	5 (0.2%)	99 (4.3%)	56.6	265^th of 838 public high schools	68.4%		54.5	274^th of 844 public high schools	67.5%	9	67.0	71.0	25.0	51.0	79.0	79.0	$8,725	$379	$8,346
Lincoln Park Education Center	Public	9-12	680 E Highland Ave	Clermont	34711	Lake County	Lake	No	(n/a)	No	(n/a)	(352) 394-2706	71	4	16.5	46.5%	36 (50.7%)	12 (16.9%)	16 (22.5%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	7 (9.9%)	24	638^th of 838 public high schools	23.9%					(n/a)	40.0	54.0		40.0	58.0	43.0	$28,656	$2,835	$25,820
South Lake High School	Public	9-12	15600 Silver Eagle Rd	Groveland	34736	Lake County	Lake	No	No	No	No	(352) 394-2100	2,137	100	21.3	29.6%	810 (37.9%)	337 (15.8%)	823 (38.5%)	58 (2.7%)	21 (1.0%)	9 (0.4%)	79 (3.7%)	40.5	466^th of 838 public high schools	44.4%		40.9	452^nd of 844 public high schools	46.4%	14	50.0	56.0	29.0	40.0	74.0	75.0	$9,101	$352	$8,750
West Orange High	Public	9-12	1625 Beulah Rd	Winter Garden	34787	Orange County	Orange	No	No	No	No	(407) 905-2400	2,752	105	26.2	20.3%	1,290 (46.9%)	352 (12.8%)	848 (30.8%)	165 (6.0%)	5 (0.2%)	14 (0.5%)	78 (2.8%)	58.3	239^th of 838 public high schools	71.5%		64.1	192^nd of 844 public high schools	77.3%	47	61.0	66.0	47.0	58.0	83.0	81.0	$8,808	$506	$8,302
Esteem Academy	Public	9-12	12301 Warrior Rd	Winter Garden	34787	Orange County	Orange	No	No	No	No	(407) 521-2358	21	5	4.2	19.0%	13 (61.9%)	1 (4.8%)	7 (33.3%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)								(n/a)							$100,031	$6,655	$93,377
Ese Transition	Public	12	12301 Warrior Rd	Winter Garden	34787	Orange County	Orange	No	No	No	No	(407) 656-2399	131	15	8.7	19.1%	29 (22.1%)	30 (22.9%)	59 (45.0%)	8 (6.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	5 (3.8%)								(n/a)
Windermere High	Public	9-12	5523 Winter Garden Vineland Rd	Windermere	34786	Orange County	Orange	No	No	No	No	(407) 347-0980	3,217	134	24.0	12.2%	1,304 (40.5%)	160 (5.0%)	1,424 (44.3%)	249 (7.7%)	2 (0.1%)	8 (0.2%)	70 (2.2%)	68.5	149^th of 838 public high schools	82.2%		68.3	160^th of 844 public high schools	81.0%	11	71.0	69.0	66.0	77.0	85.0	80.0	$8,656	$438	$8,218
Legacy High Charter	Public, Charter	9-12	1550 E Crown Point Rd	Ocoee	34761	Orange County	Orange	Yes	No	No	No	(407) 656-4673	215	15	14.3		115 (53.5%)	30 (14.0%)	46 (21.4%)	13 (6.0%)	1 (0.5%)	4 (1.9%)	6 (2.8%)	73.5	113^th of 838 public high schools	86.5%		77.6	93^rd of 844 public high schools	89.0%	20	79.0	81.0	47.0	78.0	87.0	85.0	$11,399	$750	$10,649

Frequently Asked Questions about Pinecrest Lakes Middle/High Academy

Is Pinecrest Lakes Middle/High Academy a good school?

Pinecrest Lakes Middle/High Academy ranks 96^th of 838 Florida high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

What district is Pinecrest Lakes Middle/High Academy in?

Lake

How many students attend Pinecrest Lakes Middle/High Academy?

In the 2024-25 school year, 262 students attended Pinecrest Lakes Middle/High Academy.

What is the racial makeup of Pinecrest Lakes Middle/High Academy?

Students at Pinecrest Lakes Middle/High Academy are 49% White, 35% Hispanic, 7% African American, 3% Asian, 3% Two or more races, 1% American Indian.

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