Florida is the #5 largest school system in the United States, serving 2,850,255 students across the 4,194 public schools for the 2026-27 school year (there are 2,773 private schools, serving 480,501 students). 86% of all K-12 students in Florida attend public schools, compared to the national average of 90%.
The percentage of students achieving math proficiency in Florida is 53%. The percentage of students achieving reading proficiency is 52%.
The top-ranked public schools in Florida are Doral Academy Of Technology, Pine View School, and Okaloosa Stemm Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test scores.
Minority enrollment is 67%, with the majority being Hispanic and the student-teacher ratio is 18:1.
Top-Ranked Public Schools in Florida (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Student Proficiency
Grades
Location
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Doral Academy Of Technology
Charter School
(Math: ≥99% | Reading: ≥99%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥99% (Top 1%)
Reading: ≥99% (Top 1%)
Grades: 6-8
2601 Nw 112th Ave
Miami, FL 33172
(305) 591-0020
Miami, FL 33172
(305) 591-0020
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Pine View School
Magnet School
(Math: ≥99% | Reading: ≥99%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥99% (Top 1%)
Reading: ≥99% (Top 1%)
Grades: 2-12
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Osprey, FL 34229
(941) 486-2001
Osprey, FL 34229
(941) 486-2001
Rank: #33.
Okaloosa Stemm Center
Magnet School
(Math: ≥99% | Reading: 98%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥99% (Top 1%)
Reading: 98% (Top 1%)
Grades: 6-8
379 Edge Ave
Valparaiso, FL 32580
(850) 833-4120
Valparaiso, FL 32580
(850) 833-4120
Rank: #44.
Jacksonville Beach Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: ≥99% | Reading: 97%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥99% (Top 1%)
Reading: 97% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-5
315 10th St S
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
(904) 247-5942
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
(904) 247-5942
Rank: #55.
West Shore Junior/senior High School
(Math: ≥99% | Reading: 96%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥99% (Top 1%)
Reading: 96% (Top 1%)
Grades: 7-12
250 Wildcat Alley
Melbourne, FL 32935
(321) 242-4730
Melbourne, FL 32935
(321) 242-4730
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Orlando Gifted Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 96% | Reading: 96%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 96% (Top 1%)
Reading: 96% (Top 1%)
Grades: 2-8
1121 N Fern Creek Ave
Orlando, FL 32803
(407) 897-6410
Orlando, FL 32803
(407) 897-6410
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Terra Environmental Research Institute
Magnet School
(Math: 96% | Reading: 96%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 96% (Top 1%)
Reading: 96% (Top 1%)
Grades: 9-12
11005 Sw 84th St
Miami, FL 33173
(305) 412-5800
Miami, FL 33173
(305) 412-5800
Rank: #88.
Bak Middle School Of The Arts
Magnet School
(Math: 96% | Reading: 95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 96% (Top 1%)
Reading: 95% (Top 1%)
Grades: 6-8
1725 Echo Lake Dr
West Palm Beach, FL 33407
(561) 882-3870
West Palm Beach, FL 33407
(561) 882-3870
Rank: #99.
Somerset Academy Miramar South
Charter School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Reading: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-5
12425 Sw 53rd St
Hollywood, FL 33025
(305) 829-2406
Hollywood, FL 33025
(305) 829-2406
Rank: #1010.
A.d. Henderson University School & Fau High School
(Math: 97% | Reading: 93%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 97% (Top 1%)
Reading: 93% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-12
777 Glades Rd, Bldg 30
Boca Raton, FL 33431
(561) 297-3970
Boca Raton, FL 33431
(561) 297-3970
Overview
This State (FL)
US
# Schools
4,194 Schools
100,274 Schools
# Students
2,850,255 Students
49,273,234 Students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Gender %
# Teachers
154,729 Teachers
3,176,846 Teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Student By Grade
State Acdeamy
State Average (FL)
National Average
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
43%
Graduation Rate
88%
87%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.70
0.71
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
# American Indian Students
7,064 Students
465,607 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
1%
# Asian Students
82,616 Students
2,805,284 Students
% Asian Students
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
# Hispanic Students
1,085,165 Students
14,933,108 Students
% Hispanic Students
38%
30%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
# Black Students
595,730 Students
7,261,526 Students
% Black Students
21%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
# White Students
952,390 Students
20,989,144 Students
% White Students
34%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
# Hawaiian Students
4,829 Students
196,826 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
122,385 Students
2,585,770 Students
% of Two or more races Students
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
State Revenue and Spending
This State (FL)
Statewide Total Revenue
$41,097 MM
Showing 2014–2023. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Statewide Total Spending
$39,380 MM
Showing 2014–2023. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Revenue / Student
$14,419
Showing 2014–2023. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Spending / Student
$13,816
Showing 2014–2023. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Best Florida Public Schools by County (2026-27)
Popular neighborhoods: West End (50 schools), Little Havana (20 schools), Town Square (20 schools), Northside (19 schools), Southwest Jacksonville (19 schools).
County
# Schools
# Students
% Minority
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Florida?
The top-ranked public schools in Florida include Doral Academy Of Technology, Pine View School, and Okaloosa Stemm Center.
How many public schools are located in Florida?
4,194 public schools are located in Florida.
What percentage of students in Florida go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in Florida attend public schools (compared to the national average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Florida?
Minority enrollment in Florida is 67%, with the majority being Hispanic.
Which public schools in Florida are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Florida include: James M. Anderson Elementary School vs. Old Town Elementary School, Mater Academy Narcoossee High School vs. Mater Academy Narcoossee, Wewahitchka High School vs. Port St. Joe High School
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