Dr. Phillips High School is a public high school in Dr. Phillips, Florida, United States, near Orlando. It serves the Dr. Phillips census-designated place, the Bay Hill CDP, and the residential portion of Lake Buena Vista.
Serving 3,042 students in grades 8-12, Dr. Phillips 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 22% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 3,042 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr. Phillips High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Dr. Phillips High School's student population of 3,042 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 133 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,042 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
133 teachers
Year Founded
1987
Colors
Navy Blue, Carolina blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dr. Phillips High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. Phillips High School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3014 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
43%
37%
Black
34%
21%
White
17%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Florida Panther
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Phillips High School's ranking?
Dr. Phillips High School is ranked #3014 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Dr. Phillips High School often compared to?
Dr. Phillips High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Olympia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dr. Phillips High School?
The graduation rate of Dr. Phillips High School is 95%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Dr. Phillips High School?
3,042 students attend Dr. Phillips High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Dr. Phillips High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr. Phillips High School?
Dr. Phillips High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dr. Phillips High School offer ?
Dr. Phillips High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr. Phillips High School part of?
Dr. Phillips High School is part of Orange School District.
In what neighborhood is Dr. Phillips High School located?
Dr. Phillips High School is located in the Southwest Orlando neighborhood of Orlando, FL. There are 17 other public schools located in Southwest Orlando.
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